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XNR 181J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,541 mi
Last recorded41,541 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNR 181J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 41,541 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 41,184 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 40,896 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 40,489 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 39,866 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear diff slight seepage

transmission slight seepage

Fail 25 Nov 2013 39,866 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear diff slight seepage

transmission slight seepage

Pass 22 Nov 2012 39,058 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 38,190 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 36,729 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 35,809 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 34,174 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 32,403 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 31,001 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 30,371 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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XNR 181J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XNR 181J, 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 XNR 181J?

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What year was XNR 181J registered?

XNR 181J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 May 1971.

Is XNR 181J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNR 181J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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