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EYR 48J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,563 mi
Last recorded18,563 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYR 48J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 18,563 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 16,995 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 15,325 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 12,671 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 10,253 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 9,075 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,247 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 83,476 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 83,009 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 82,857 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear offside foot and handbrake effort slightly low

Pass 4 Jan 2008 82,748 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wheel balance weights rubbing

Pass 7 Nov 2006 82,024 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 81,882 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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EYR 48J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EYR 48J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EYR 48J?

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What year was EYR 48J registered?

EYR 48J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is EYR 48J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYR 48J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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