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XPN 9J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,996 mi
Last recorded52,996 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPN 9J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 52,996 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 52,636 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2017 52,636 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 52,249 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Jun 2007 51,988 miles

Battery insecure

drivers and passengers seats require larger washers for securing to through floor

Fail 18 Jun 2007 51,988 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insecure

drivers and passengers seats requires larger washers for securing to floor

Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,728 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 51,728 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 51,612 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XPN 9J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPN 9J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPN 9J?

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What year was XPN 9J registered?

XPN 9J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is XPN 9J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPN 9J shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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