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VUR 261J

1971 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,668 mi
Last recorded27,668 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUR 261J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2018 27,668 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 27,428 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 26,240 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 26,165 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 26,054 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Underbody has been heavily undersealed.

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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VUR 261J is a 1971 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 VUR 261J, 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 VUR 261J?

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What year was VUR 261J registered?

VUR 261J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is VUR 261J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUR 261J shows 5 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 VUR 261J have outstanding finance?

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