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EOP 391L

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,757 mi
Last recorded86,757 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOP 391L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 86,757 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 86,744 miles

corrosion to battery boxes not considered excessive

light to medium surface corrosion to underbody and general components

n/s/r suspension unit has light misting of oil

parking brake only just met minimum requirements

Fail 2 Jun 2017 86,743 miles

Electrical wiring insecure main cables to battery (1.9.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported main positive to battery (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

corrosion to battery boxes

corrosion to battery boxes not considered excessive

light to medium surface corrosion to underbody and general components

n/s/r suspension unit has light misting of oil

parking brake only just met minimum requirements

Pass 23 Jun 2014 86,682 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 86,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 86,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

electrical trailor socket retaining bracket slightly damaged.

Fail 2 Jul 2013 86,625 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

electrical trailor socket retaining bracket slightly damaged.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 86,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 85,772 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 85,269 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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EOP 391L is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EOP 391L, 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

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What year was EOP 391L registered?

EOP 391L is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is EOP 391L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOP 391L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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