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UCD 381J

1971 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,214 mi
Last recorded38,214 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCD 381J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 38,214 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 35,821 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 34,493 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 32,566 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 3 Jul 2013 32,225 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 11 May 2012 32,150 miles

slight play in steering,suspension components corroding

Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,132 miles

slight play in steering,coil springs corroding

Pass 2 Nov 2009 31,965 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 31,653 miles

slight play in steering,coil springs corroding

Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,260 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 30,972 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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UCD 381J is a 1971 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UCD 381J, 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 UCD 381J?

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What year was UCD 381J registered?

UCD 381J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is UCD 381J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCD 381J shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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