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XOK 4J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,702 mi
Last recorded48,702 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOK 4J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 48,702 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel binding

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 48,668 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded at rear

Pass 13 May 2015 48,587 miles

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

both jacking poimts coming away from car

Pass 8 May 2014 48,544 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,482 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 48,148 miles

corrosion starting to nearside rear inner wheel arch

fuel pipe from tank rusty

reverse lamps inoperative

Pass 12 Aug 2010 47,882 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

corrosion starting to offside front closing panel under wheel arch

offside shock absorber top mounting locking pin missing

reverse lamps inoperative

Fail 11 Aug 2010 47,865 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

corrosion starting to offside front closing panel under wheel arch

offside shock absorber top mounting locking pin missing

reverse lamps inoperative

Pass 19 Aug 2009 47,250 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 46,862 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 46,289 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 45,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 44,642 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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XOK 4J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XOK 4J, 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 XOK 4J registered?

XOK 4J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is XOK 4J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOK 4J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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