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FPE 747J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,693 mi
Last recorded35,693 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPE 747J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2021 35,693 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 35,647 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 34,604 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 31,385 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 31,305 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 30,359 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,180 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 28,201 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 27,352 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 26,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,994 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 24,900 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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FPE 747J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPE 747J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPE 747J?

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What year was FPE 747J registered?

FPE 747J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 March 1971.

Is FPE 747J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPE 747J shows 12 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 FPE 747J have outstanding finance?

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