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ERC 432J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,583 mi
Last recorded5,583 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERC 432J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 5,583 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2016 5,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 4,732 miles

vehical heavely under sealed

Pass 18 Sep 2014 3,815 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 3,413 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 2,789 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 1,934 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 1,934 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 398 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 11 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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ERC 432J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ERC 432J, 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 ERC 432J?

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What year was ERC 432J registered?

ERC 432J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is ERC 432J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERC 432J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERC 432J have outstanding finance?

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