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USG 693J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,963 mi
Last recorded17,963 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSG 693J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 17,963 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 17,870 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 17,674 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 17,158 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 16,247 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 16,178 miles

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 9 Oct 2012 15,911 miles

both rear tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 6 Oct 2011 15,722 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 15,470 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 15,470 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 14,694 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,694 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 14,235 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 13,845 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 13,473 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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USG 693J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 USG 693J, 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 USG 693J?

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What year was USG 693J registered?

USG 693J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is USG 693J safe to buy?

The MOT history for USG 693J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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