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NEJ 96K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,959 mi
Last recorded39,959 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEJ 96K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 39,959 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 39,954 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 25 May 2016 39,919 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 39,776 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 39,671 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 39,671 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 39,506 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,339 miles

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

advise welding repairs to underside of car

Fail 2 Jun 2010 39,339 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise welding repairs to underside of car

Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,033 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 39,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

seat belt buckle damaged n/s/f

Pass 20 May 2008 38,746 miles

advise under side of car has a number of welding repairs and all are undersealed

Pass 22 May 2007 38,614 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 38,393 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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NEJ 96K is a 1971 MG B in Blue 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 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 NEJ 96K, 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 NEJ 96K registered?

NEJ 96K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is NEJ 96K safe to buy?

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