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UUX 980J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 4552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,332 mi
Last recorded92,332 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUX 980J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,552cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 92,332 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 91,813 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 19% imbalance across rear axle (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 91,639 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 91,399 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 90,677 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 89,999 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 89,180 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 88,501 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 88,501 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 88,486 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 88,214 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 88,006 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 87,893 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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UUX 980J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 4,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UUX 980J, 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 UUX 980J?

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What year was UUX 980J registered?

UUX 980J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 June 1971.

Is UUX 980J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUX 980J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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