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EYD 269J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,896 mi
Last recorded16,896 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYD 269J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 16,896 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 16,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 16,885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 16,072 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 15,767 miles

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

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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EYD 269J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EYD 269J, 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 EYD 269J?

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What year was EYD 269J registered?

EYD 269J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 9 July 1971.

Is EYD 269J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYD 269J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYD 269J have outstanding finance?

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