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URU 222J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,242 mi
Last recorded39,242 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURU 222J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 39,242 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 37,007 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 37,006 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 35,834 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 34,411 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 31,958 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 27,767 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 22,178 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 17,962 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 16,536 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 13,751 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 9,320 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 5,190 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 2,701 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 46 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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URU 222J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 URU 222J, 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 URU 222J registered?

URU 222J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 5 January 1971.

Is URU 222J safe to buy?

The MOT history for URU 222J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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