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EMM 813J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,886 mi
Last recorded51,886 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMM 813J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 51,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 51,811 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel fump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak bottom radiator hose ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 51,342 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 50,841 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 2 Jul 2013 50,701 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 50,633 miles

n/s/front anti roll bar close to wheel rim

pinion oil seal leaking

Fail 4 Jul 2011 50,578 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,578 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 50,469 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 50,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 50,109 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 49,878 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 49,535 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 49,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front tyre outer wall slightly perished

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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EMM 813J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EMM 813J, 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 EMM 813J?

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What year was EMM 813J registered?

EMM 813J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 April 1971.

Is EMM 813J safe to buy?

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