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TJO 662K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

49,848 mi
Last recorded49,848 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJO 662K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 49,848 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 49,848 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 49,835 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 49,636 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 48,857 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 48,133 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 47,471 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 47,087 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 46,730 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 46,495 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 46,276 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 45,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 45,558 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,025 miles

Front anti-roll bar bushes worn

Pass 19 Jul 2013 44,595 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 44,274 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 43,862 miles

offside front wheel bearing has slight noise

Fail 22 Jul 2011 43,833 miles

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

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

offside front wheel bearing has slight noise

Pass 7 Jul 2010 43,087 miles

front brake pads worn

slight play to offside and nearside trunnions

Pass 24 Jul 2009 42,533 miles

slight binding at offside front and nearside rear brakes

Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,185 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 40,362 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,850 miles

nearside rear tyre on legal limit.

Pass 21 Jul 2005 39,381 miles

anti roll bar links worn.

oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2005 39,370 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

anti roll bar liks worn.

oil leak

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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TJO 662K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 TJO 662K, 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 TJO 662K?

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What year was TJO 662K registered?

TJO 662K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1971.

Is TJO 662K safe to buy?

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