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EMG 254J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,260 mi
Last recorded75,260 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMG 254J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 75,260 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jul 2025 74,097 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jul 2024 72,576 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jul 2023 69,749 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jul 2022 67,007 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Jul 2021 63,153 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jul 2020 62,574 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Apr 2019 60,231 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Apr 2018 57,766 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

handbrake performance only just met limit

Pass 21 Apr 2017 56,333 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 54,594 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 53,579 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 47,971 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 46,634 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,172 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 42,172 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2010 39,743 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,951 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Apr 2008 34,697 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 32,213 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 28,607 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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EMG 254J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMG 254J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EMG 254J?

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What year was EMG 254J registered?

EMG 254J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 15 April 1971.

Is EMG 254J safe to buy?

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