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EYY 40J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,733 mi
Last recorded87,733 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYY 40J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2018 87,733 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 87,703 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 87,435 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 87,402 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 87,374 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 87,311 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 87,268 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 87,133 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 86,831 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EYY 40J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EYY 40J, 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 EYY 40J?

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What year was EYY 40J registered?

EYY 40J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 February 1971.

Is EYY 40J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYY 40J shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EYY 40J have outstanding finance?

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