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NRA 40J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,351 mi
Last recorded39,351 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRA 40J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2011 39,351 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,350 miles

slight corrossion to offside front chassis rail

slight play in nearside front hub

Fail 16 Apr 2010 38,350 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight crrossion to offside front chassis rail

slight play in nearside front hub

Pass 24 Apr 2009 37,953 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 37,197 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 36,447 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 35,669 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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NRA 40J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NRA 40J, 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 NRA 40J?

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What year was NRA 40J registered?

NRA 40J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is NRA 40J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRA 40J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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