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VAM 522J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,923 mi
Last recorded59,923 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAM 522J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 59,923 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 58,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 57,491 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 56,573 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 55,428 miles

slight wear o/s bottom swivel joint

Pass 27 Apr 2012 53,816 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 21 Apr 2011 52,505 miles

front brake balance 25%

Pass 23 Apr 2010 51,368 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 46,775 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 46,775 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2007 47,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2007 47,396 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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VAM 522J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VAM 522J, 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 VAM 522J?

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What year was VAM 522J registered?

VAM 522J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 June 1971.

Is VAM 522J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAM 522J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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