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XJN 818J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,622 mi
Last recorded75,622 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJN 818J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 75,622 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 75,392 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 75,392 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 73,569 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 71,838 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 71,638 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 71,323 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 71,005 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 70,120 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 70,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 69,343 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 69,343 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 68,557 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 67,485 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 67,261 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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XJN 818J is a 1971 MG B in Green 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 XJN 818J, 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 XJN 818J?

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What year was XJN 818J registered?

XJN 818J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is XJN 818J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJN 818J 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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