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EYC 887J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,470 mi
Last recorded7,470 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYC 887J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 7,470 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 5,613 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 4,847 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 3,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 1,737 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 383 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,312 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,815 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 11,608 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 10,638 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,935 miles

slight oil leak

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

underneath wax oiled

Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,972 miles

Slight play in steering colum.

Fail 2 Apr 2007 7,982 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

play in n/s and o/s seat runners

slight play in top steering u/j

Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,982 miles

play in n/s and o/s seat runners

slight play in top steering u/j

Fail 5 Jun 2006 7,739 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 7,739 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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EYC 887J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EYC 887J, 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

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What year was EYC 887J registered?

EYC 887J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is EYC 887J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYC 887J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYC 887J have outstanding finance?

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