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VUH 57J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,910 mi
Last recorded7,910 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUH 57J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 7,910 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 7,910 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 7,355 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 7,340 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,280 miles

Driver seat adjustment stiff

Passenger seat belt slow to retract

Pass 17 Apr 2014 7,252 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 7,163 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 7,055 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 6,768 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,575 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 5,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 5,809 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 5,299 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 4,679 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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VUH 57J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VUH 57J, 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 VUH 57J?

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What year was VUH 57J registered?

VUH 57J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 28 May 1971.

Is VUH 57J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUH 57J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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