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CFD 469J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,906 mi
Last recorded19,906 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFD 469J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 19,906 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 16,521 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 14,291 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 13,256 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 12,638 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 10,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 10,146 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Fuel pipe damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 8,512 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 7,654 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 7,617 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 7,513 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 7,176 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 7,176 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 7,067 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 6,882 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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CFD 469J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CFD 469J, 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 CFD 469J?

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What year was CFD 469J registered?

CFD 469J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is CFD 469J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFD 469J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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