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OEX 491J

1971 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,798 mi
Last recorded70,798 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2007
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEX 491J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2007 70,798 miles

n/s/f floor pan and sill corrosion not in prescribed areas

Fail 19 Sep 2006 70,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight scrating on screen

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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OEX 491J is a 1971 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEX 491J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEX 491J registered?

OEX 491J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 25 June 1971.

Is OEX 491J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEX 491J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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