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OCO 860J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,304 mi
Last recorded51,304 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCO 860J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 51,304 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 51,292 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 51,198 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 51,073 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 50,885 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 50,884 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 50,770 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 50,683 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 3 Aug 2010 50,525 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 50,369 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 50,178 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 49,564 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 49,421 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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OCO 860J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OCO 860J, 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 OCO 860J?

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What year was OCO 860J registered?

OCO 860J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 26 May 1971.

Is OCO 860J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCO 860J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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