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XHE 900J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,056 mi
Last recorded30,056 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHE 900J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 30,056 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 29,397 miles

Front suspension units corroding

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases siencer (6.1.2 (a))

wiring to alt chaffed

Pass 3 Jun 2019 29,021 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,312 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 27,673 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 27,673 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth brake pedal (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 26,949 miles

slight oil leak rear axle n/s/r

slight wheel bearing noise n/s/f

Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,329 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

engine oil leaks

rear hub axle seals slight leaks

Pass 5 Jun 2014 25,503 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 24,692 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,854 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 23,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 22,793 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,821 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 20,711 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,262 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 17,742 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 16,369 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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XHE 900J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XHE 900J, 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 XHE 900J registered?

XHE 900J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is XHE 900J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHE 900J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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