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JHD 949J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,670 mi
Last recorded67,670 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHD 949J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 67,670 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 67,670 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 66,986 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 66,941 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 66,941 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 66,915 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 66,891 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2011 66,871 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 66,831 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 66,818 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 66,818 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Jun 2007 66,808 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 66,808 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 66,788 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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JHD 949J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 JHD 949J, 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

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What year was JHD 949J registered?

JHD 949J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is JHD 949J safe to buy?

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