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PJT 819K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,789 mi
Last recorded3,789 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJT 819K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,789 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 3,782 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 3,708 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 3,617 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 3,444 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 3,432 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

battery inscure

Pass 13 Jun 2011 3,416 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 3,416 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 May 2010 3,319 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,115 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 2,766 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 2,591 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 2,384 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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PJT 819K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,850cc 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 PJT 819K, 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 PJT 819K?

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What year was PJT 819K registered?

PJT 819K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is PJT 819K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJT 819K 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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