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FDA 778J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

32,403 mi
Last recorded32,403 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDA 778J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 32,403 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Oct 2015 32,403 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2014 31,799 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2014 31,799 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 31,755 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 31,755 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 31,746 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 31,746 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 31,327 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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FDA 778J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FDA 778J, 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

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What year was FDA 778J registered?

FDA 778J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 16 March 1971.

Is FDA 778J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDA 778J shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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