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JBY 47K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,173 mi
Last recorded96,173 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 47K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 96,173 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 94,801 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 94,026 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 92,968 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 92,038 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 91,889 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 91,863 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 91,756 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 91,753 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 91,736 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 91,711 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 91,614 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 91,589 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 91,280 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 91,224 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 91,089 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 90,967 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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JBY 47K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 JBY 47K, 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 JBY 47K?

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What year was JBY 47K registered?

JBY 47K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is JBY 47K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 47K shows 17 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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