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DNY 858J

1971 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,839 mi
Last recorded98,839 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNY 858J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 98,839 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both front tyres perished

corrosion nearside and offside front metal brake pipes

extensive underseal to underside

Pass 8 May 2017 98,690 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

corrosion front metal brake pipes

extensive underseal to underside

nearside front tyre deteriorated

offside front tyre perished

Pass 10 May 2016 98,593 miles

corrosion front metal brake pipes

exstensive underseal applied to underside

Pass 29 Apr 2015 98,488 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 98,263 miles

Corrosion forming on underside of floor,and inner and outer sills.

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Underside of vehicle,floor and brake pipes covered in sealer and primer.

Pass 13 May 2013 97,979 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion front suspension coil springs

corrosion nearside and offside front suspension arms

corrosion offside front metal brake pipe

exstensive undersealing to underside

Fail 7 May 2013 97,976 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion front suspension coil springs

corrosion nearside and offside front suspension arms

corrosion offside front metal brake pipe

exstensive undersealing to underside

fuel smell in boot/tank area

Pass 26 Apr 2012 97,494 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

general corrosion o both front wishbones and coil springs

Pass 2 May 2007 91,665 miles

corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes

damage to windscreen

differnt size tyres fitted front to back

passenger wiper blade split

slight roughness when rear wheels rotated

slight uneven brake application rear

welding repairs to sills

Fail 2 May 2007 91,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes

damage to windscreen

differnt size tyres fitted front to back

passenger wiper blade split

slight roughness when rear wheels rotated

slight uneven brake application rear

welding repairs to sills

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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DNY 858J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DNY 858J, 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 DNY 858J registered?

DNY 858J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is DNY 858J safe to buy?

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