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RJL 548J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,360 mi
Last recorded41,360 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJL 548J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 41,360 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 40,708 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 39,876 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,803 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 38,161 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 36,925 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 36,925 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 35,649 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front tyres wearing outer edges. Wheel alignment may be incorrectly adjusted.

Pass 22 Apr 2009 34,922 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 34,548 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 34,548 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 33,785 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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RJL 548J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RJL 548J, 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 RJL 548J?

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What year was RJL 548J registered?

RJL 548J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is RJL 548J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJL 548J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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