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NBP 227J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,735 mi
Last recorded22,735 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBP 227J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2016 22,735 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,885 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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NBP 227J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 NBP 227J, 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 NBP 227J registered?

NBP 227J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1971.

Is NBP 227J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBP 227J shows 2 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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