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FAX 231K

1965 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

98,805 mi
Last recorded98,805 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2006
Typical for 1965 MG Mgb40,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 231K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2006 98,805 miles

battery insecure

brake pies to rear axle starting to corrode

fan belt loose

fromt wiper blades going hard

o/s rear reverse light n/w

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 26 Jan 2006 98,805 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

battery insecure

brake pies to rear axle starting to corrode

fan belt loose

fromt wiper blades going hard

o/s rear reverse light n/w

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 20 Jan 2006 98,805 miles

Front Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

battery insecure

fan belt loose

front wiper blades going hard

n/s/f wheel bearing slight play

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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FAX 231K is a 1965 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1965 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 40,751 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 FAX 231K, 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 61 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 FAX 231K registered?

FAX 231K is a 1965 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is FAX 231K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 231K shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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