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PSA 343J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

38,581 mi
Last recorded38,581 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSA 343J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 38,581 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion in patches under vehicle

Slight leak from steering rack

Wheel bearing has slight play All four (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 38,552 miles

All wheel bearings have minor play

Minor steering rack leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Numerous corrosion spots underside of vehicle

Oil leak Engine ()

Oil leak Rear dif ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 38,548 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

All wheel bearings have minor play

Minor steering rack leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Numerous corrosion spots underside of vehicle

Oil leak Engine ()

Oil leak Rear dif ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 38,412 miles

Oil leak Engine. ()

Oil leak Rear diff. ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 38,392 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 38,280 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 38,280 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 38,266 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2014 37,910 miles

some underside components corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2013 37,899 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 37,891 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 37,889 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 37,873 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 37,848 miles

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)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 36,798 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 36,795 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 36,787 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 36,286 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 36,261 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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PSA 343J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PSA 343J, 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

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What year was PSA 343J registered?

PSA 343J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is PSA 343J safe to buy?

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