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VLJ 408J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,872 mi
Last recorded24,872 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLJ 408J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2014 24,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front body corrosion

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 21 Aug 2013 24,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front body corrosion

offside steering rack gaiter deteriorated

Pass 18 Aug 2012 24,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 23,409 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 22,877 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 20,922 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 18,971 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 16,253 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,566 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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VLJ 408J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VLJ 408J, 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 VLJ 408J?

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What year was VLJ 408J registered?

VLJ 408J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1971.

Is VLJ 408J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLJ 408J shows 9 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 VLJ 408J have outstanding finance?

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