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FPG 812J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,515 mi
Last recorded27,515 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPG 812J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 27,515 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 26,447 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 25,321 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 24,277 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

corrosion to front o/s lower wing to sill section.

Pass 21 Nov 2013 23,201 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advise condition of rear exhaust mount.

Fail 18 Nov 2013 23,199 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advise condition of rear exhaust mount.

Pass 15 Nov 2012 22,018 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 20,889 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 15 Nov 2010 19,919 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 19,919 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 18,954 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,903 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,856 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 15,923 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 15,138 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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FPG 812J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FPG 812J, 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

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What year was FPG 812J registered?

FPG 812J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 April 1971.

Is FPG 812J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPG 812J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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