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EYK 659J

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,884 mi
Last recorded64,884 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYK 659J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 64,884 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 64,007 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 64,004 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 64,004 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 63,913 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 63,879 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 63,782 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 63,583 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 63,246 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 62,952 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 62,051 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 61,185 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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EYK 659J is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EYK 659J, 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 EYK 659J?

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What year was EYK 659J registered?

EYK 659J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 April 1971.

Is EYK 659J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYK 659J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYK 659J have outstanding finance?

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