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OEU 288J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,447 mi
Last recorded54,447 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 288J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2017 54,447 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 54,368 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 54,193 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 54,021 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 53,855 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 53,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

clutch hose craked badly

Pass 20 Apr 2011 53,687 miles

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

Oil leak

clutch fluid pipe cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2010 53,204 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 52,989 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 50,583 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 49,895 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 46,170 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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OEU 288J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OEU 288J, 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 OEU 288J?

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What year was OEU 288J registered?

OEU 288J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 20 May 1971.

Is OEU 288J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 288J shows 12 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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