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ERC 371J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,147 mi
Last recorded58,147 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERC 371J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 58,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 54,950 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 52,255 miles

Offside Rear handbrake req attention

temp repair to exhaust hanger

Pass 27 Apr 2022 48,519 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 44,673 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 34,054 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 33,912 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 33,720 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 33,502 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 32,144 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 32,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 31,226 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,784 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,009 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,292 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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ERC 371J 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 86.7%.

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 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 ERC 371J, 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 ERC 371J?

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What year was ERC 371J registered?

ERC 371J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is ERC 371J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERC 371J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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