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SXJ 249K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,509 mi
Last recorded36,509 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXJ 249K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 36,509 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 36,031 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 35,766 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 35,486 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 35,183 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 34,703 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 34,422 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 33,899 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 33,369 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 32,828 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 32,389 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,835 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 31,227 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 30,743 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 30,739 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 30,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 30,105 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 30,103 miles

Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

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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SXJ 249K 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 84.2%.

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 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 SXJ 249K, 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 SXJ 249K registered?

SXJ 249K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 October 1971.

Is SXJ 249K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXJ 249K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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