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RXC 819J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,140 mi
Last recorded60,140 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXC 819J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 60,140 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 58,815 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inside

Offside Front tyre wearing inside

Offside Rear Lower wing/sill has come unwelded/loose

Fail 12 Apr 2019 58,815 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front tyre wearing inside

Offside Front tyre wearing inside

Offside Rear Lower wing/sill has come unwelded/loose

Pass 21 Apr 2018 57,663 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 57,354 miles

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

Nearside Rear HUB SEAL LEAKING

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 56,751 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 56,303 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 56,147 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 55,460 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,740 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight exhaust blow at the joint for the front to centre

Pass 17 Mar 2011 54,420 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

possible brake fluid leak in the n/s/r brake drum

the n/s/r foot and hand brake performance is less than the o/s/r

Fail 16 Mar 2011 54,420 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

possible brake fluid leak in the n/s/r brake drum

the n/s/r foot and hand brake performance is less than the o/s/r

Pass 29 Mar 2010 53,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

n/s rear foot brake performance less than o/s

n/s rear hand brake effort less than o/s

o/s front steering rack inner rod joint slight play/wear (drum stick)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 53,811 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

n/s rear foot brake performance less than o/s

n/s rear hand brake effort less than o/s

o/s front steering rack inner rod joint slight play/wear (drum stick)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 53,015 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 53,014 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/r shock absorber bush slightly cracked

Pass 14 Mar 2008 52,963 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 51,854 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 50,722 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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RXC 819J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RXC 819J, 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 RXC 819J?

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What year was RXC 819J registered?

RXC 819J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 April 1971.

Is RXC 819J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXC 819J shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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