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XDG 446J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,958 mi
Last recorded26,958 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDG 446J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 26,958 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 26,559 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 25,909 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 25,676 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 24,965 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 24,767 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 24,621 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 23,525 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 21,885 miles

Oil leaks

Slight play steering colume bush

Fail 6 Jun 2009 21,885 miles

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

Oil leaks

Slight play steering colume bush

Pass 31 May 2008 19,730 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 18,206 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 18,201 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 17,208 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 17,208 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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XDG 446J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XDG 446J, 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

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What year was XDG 446J registered?

XDG 446J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 June 1971.

Is XDG 446J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDG 446J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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