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GRC 247J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,619 mi
Last recorded28,619 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRC 247J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 28,619 miles

Offside Front brake sticks slightly

Fail 29 Jun 2017 28,616 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread pattern breaking up (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake sticks slightly

Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,281 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 27,270 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump area (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,036 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 24,328 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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GRC 247J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GRC 247J, 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 GRC 247J?

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What year was GRC 247J registered?

GRC 247J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is GRC 247J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRC 247J shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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