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CRX 220J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,573 mi
Last recorded87,573 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRX 220J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 87,573 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 86,692 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 86,611 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 86,611 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 86,461 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 86,370 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 86,055 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 86,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 85,751 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight lift at both front trunions

Fail 14 Apr 2011 85,751 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight lift at both front trunions

Pass 19 Apr 2010 85,493 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 84,959 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 84,454 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 84,448 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 84,062 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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CRX 220J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CRX 220J, 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 CRX 220J registered?

CRX 220J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is CRX 220J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRX 220J shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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