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EYV 955J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,535 mi
Last recorded87,535 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYV 955J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2014 87,535 miles

n/s/f tyre slight perrishing

n/s/r tyre slight perrishing

o/s/f tyre slight perrishing

o/s/r tyre slight perrishing

Pass 30 May 2013 86,912 miles

all tyres cracked and splitting

engine, gear box and diff oil leaks

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

various suspention componants coroding

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 15 Jun 2012 86,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres slight perishing

n/s/f shocker weeping

n/s/f tyre outer edge wearing

Pass 11 Jun 2011 86,065 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 55,723 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 85,360 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 84,784 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 84,354 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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EYV 955J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EYV 955J, 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 EYV 955J?

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What year was EYV 955J registered?

EYV 955J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 24 February 1971.

Is EYV 955J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYV 955J shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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