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LRL 139J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,045 mi
Last recorded54,045 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRL 139J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 54,045 miles

front wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 22 Jun 2017 54,045 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump union (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 29 Sep 2014 53,950 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 53,855 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 53,486 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 52,862 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 52,009 miles

Offside front sill excessively corroded but not in a prescribed area

Fail 2 Aug 2010 52,009 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front sill excessively corroded but not in a prescribed area

Pass 23 Jul 2009 51,885 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 51,752 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 51,499 miles

Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 50,817 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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LRL 139J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LRL 139J, 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

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What year was LRL 139J registered?

LRL 139J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is LRL 139J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRL 139J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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