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CRF 909K

1971 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

20,128 mi
Last recorded20,128 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2014
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRF 909K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2014 20,128 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 20,128 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 19,970 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 19,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,610 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 19,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 19,267 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 18,896 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 18,768 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 17,922 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 17,905 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

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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CRF 909K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CRF 909K, 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

How do I check the history of CRF 909K?

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What year was CRF 909K registered?

CRF 909K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is CRF 909K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRF 909K shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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