MOT Status
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58,147 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear handbrake req attention
temp repair to exhaust hanger
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))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
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)
Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
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)
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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