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DUE 70K

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,960 mi
Last recorded59,960 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUE 70K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 59,960 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 59,960 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 58,777 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 9 May 2018 58,777 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 56,251 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 55,553 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 55,553 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 23 May 2014 55,389 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 55,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 55,264 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre tread on 3mm...

Pass 10 Aug 2009 54,953 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 54,865 miles

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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DUE 70K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DUE 70K, 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.

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What year was DUE 70K registered?

DUE 70K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is DUE 70K safe to buy?

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