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GLB 12J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,116 mi
Last recorded19,116 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLB 12J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 May 2024 19,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 18,379 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 18,316 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,116 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 18,045 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 17,857 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,766 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 17,201 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 16,983 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,619 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 16,199 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 15,871 miles

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

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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GLB 12J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GLB 12J, 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 GLB 12J?

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What year was GLB 12J registered?

GLB 12J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 23 March 1971.

Is GLB 12J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLB 12J shows 12 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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