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EPK 288J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

6,610 mi
Last recorded6,610 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPK 288J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 6,610 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 6,497 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 6,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 5,783 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 5,558 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 5,558 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 5,022 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 4,525 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 3,850 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 2,766 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 2,766 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 2,477 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 2,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 2,248 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 868 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 122 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 8 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 94,713 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 94,713 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fail 26 May 2006 93,760 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2006 93,760 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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EPK 288J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EPK 288J, 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 EPK 288J?

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What year was EPK 288J registered?

EPK 288J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is EPK 288J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPK 288J shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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