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AOU 658J

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

67,938 mi
Last recorded67,938 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOU 658J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 67,938 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 67,938 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Numerous leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 66,530 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 63,225 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 62,883 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in offside front top and bottom king pins

Pass 23 Dec 2014 59,347 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 59,347 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 50,645 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 44,779 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 33,825 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 33,825 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 22,879 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 12,859 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 1,556 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 1,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 90,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

boot does not open

oil loss from gearbox box and rear diff

structure sound and secure but some sections showing signs of detrioration

Fail 20 Dec 2007 90,581 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

boot does not open

oil loss from gearbox box and rear diff

slight paly in steering column

structure sound and secure but some sections showing signs of detrioration

Pass 20 Dec 2006 79,410 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 68,700 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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AOU 658J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AOU 658J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AOU 658J registered?

AOU 658J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 May 1971.

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