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FGY 250J

1971 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

87,022 mi
Last recorded87,022 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGY 250J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2019 87,022 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 55% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

n/s foor corroded

o/s floor corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2006 86,932 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 86,932 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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FGY 250J is a 1971 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 FGY 250J, 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 FGY 250J registered?

FGY 250J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 8 January 1971.

Is FGY 250J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGY 250J 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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