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VBO 561J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,586 mi
Last recorded20,586 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBO 561J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2017 20,586 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 19,970 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 19,166 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,573 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 17,789 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 16,965 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,027 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 14,611 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,232 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 12,242 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 11,735 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 11,387 miles

play in nearside and offside front king pins

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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VBO 561J 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 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 VBO 561J, 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 VBO 561J?

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What year was VBO 561J registered?

VBO 561J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 March 1971.

Is VBO 561J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBO 561J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBO 561J have outstanding finance?

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