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FAL 751J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,481 mi
Last recorded22,481 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAL 751J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 22,481 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 22,224 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 22,014 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 21,958 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 21,940 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 21,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 21,515 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 21,384 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 21,271 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 20,933 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 20,304 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 20,263 miles

OIL LEAKING FROM N/S/R DRUM

Pass 23 Dec 2013 18,955 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 15,576 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 15,512 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 15,378 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 15,118 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FAL 751J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAL 751J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAL 751J?

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What year was FAL 751J registered?

FAL 751J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 24 March 1971.

Is FAL 751J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAL 751J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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