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FKJ 246C

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,642 mi
Last recorded1,642 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 246C
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2013 1,642 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 510 miles

fuel smell front of car area

underside of car painted

Pass 4 Feb 2010 56,569 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 56,342 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 54,914 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 53,334 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 52,038 miles

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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FKJ 246C is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FKJ 246C, 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 FKJ 246C?

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What year was FKJ 246C registered?

FKJ 246C is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FKJ 246C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 246C shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKJ 246C have outstanding finance?

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