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EPK 816J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

90,409 mi
Last recorded90,409 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPK 816J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 90,409 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear axle check strap broken

Fail 4 Aug 2025 90,408 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear axle check strap broken

Pass 5 Jul 2024 89,732 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear axle check strap broken

Pass 3 May 2023 89,356 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 89,348 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 89,056 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 89,056 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 88,575 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 88,222 miles

minor cracking found on rear tyre walls

Pass 12 Apr 2019 88,008 miles

Slight lift in both sides on king pins

Fail 11 Apr 2019 88,008 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Slight lift in both sides on king pins

Pass 17 Apr 2018 87,810 miles

cracking found on rear tyre walls

horn had to be tapped to work

Pass 4 Apr 2017 87,537 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 87,286 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 87,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 87,135 miles

minor cracking found on all tyres and rear spring hanger bushes

Fail 23 Apr 2014 86,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 86,840 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 86,469 miles

offside outer sidewall cracked

Pass 29 Mar 2012 86,257 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 86,047 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 85,695 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 85,223 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 84,602 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 83,857 miles

n/s jacking point corrioded

Pass 10 Jul 2006 83,458 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 816J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 816J, 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 816J?

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What year was EPK 816J registered?

EPK 816J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 February 1971.

Is EPK 816J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPK 816J shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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