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XDP 477J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,934 mi
Last recorded61,934 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2012
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDP 477J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2012 61,934 miles

starting to rust on rear ends of sills

Pass 7 Dec 2011 61,917 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

starting to rust on raer inner wings

Pass 8 Dec 2010 61,899 miles

N/S/R Slight rust near rear sping mount (Wheelarch)

N/S/R Tyre slow puncture

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight rust around both rear spring mounts.

Pass 11 Dec 2009 61,874 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

underseal falling off nsr chassis by shock absorber mount

Pass 3 Dec 2008 61,799 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 61,748 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

all 4 tyres old and slightly perished

Pass 19 Dec 2006 61,689 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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XDP 477J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 XDP 477J, 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 XDP 477J registered?

XDP 477J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is XDP 477J safe to buy?

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