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CFD 573J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,588 mi
Last recorded85,588 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFD 573J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 85,588 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 84,958 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 84,455 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 83,826 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 83,291 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 82,757 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 82,167 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 81,081 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 79,425 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 78,355 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 76,980 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 76,153 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 75,150 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 74,283 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 73,354 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 73,037 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 73,656 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 72,391 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 71,922 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 71,572 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 69,992 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 573J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 CFD 573J, 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 573J?

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What year was CFD 573J registered?

CFD 573J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 20 April 1971.

Is CFD 573J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFD 573J shows 21 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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