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MVX 416J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,671 mi
Last recorded18,671 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVX 416J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 18,671 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor castle rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor castle rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

nearside front suspension slight play in king pin bush

Pass 10 Jan 2018 17,595 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front manifold (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 17,587 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 17,579 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 17,576 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 17,576 miles

rear exhaust mountings broken

Pass 23 Jun 2011 17,576 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,214 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 17,214 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 16,845 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 16,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 16,817 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 16,808 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 May 2007 16,775 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,774 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 16,771 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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MVX 416J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MVX 416J, 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 MVX 416J registered?

MVX 416J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 20 March 1971.

Is MVX 416J safe to buy?

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