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NBP 460J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,826 mi
Last recorded73,826 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBP 460J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 73,826 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 73,669 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 73,151 miles

rear ex box thin and blowing slightly

Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,068 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 72,958 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 71,977 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 71,899 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 71,378 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 70,587 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 69,807 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 69,074 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 460J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 460J, 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 NBP 460J?

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What year was NBP 460J registered?

NBP 460J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is NBP 460J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBP 460J shows 11 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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