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EYB 239J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,440 mi
Last recorded6,440 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYB 239J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 6,440 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 6,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 5,601 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 5,553 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 4,068 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 2,859 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 1,052 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 393 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 323 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 7 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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EYB 239J is a 1971 MG B in White 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 EYB 239J, 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 EYB 239J?

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What year was EYB 239J registered?

EYB 239J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is EYB 239J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYB 239J 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 EYB 239J have outstanding finance?

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