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FRK 658J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

40,851 mi
Last recorded40,851 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRK 658J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 40,851 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 40,851 miles

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 40,245 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 40,163 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight Coolant leak from nearside radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 39,862 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 38,866 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 38,427 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 37,963 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 37,351 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,928 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 36,246 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 35,814 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,148 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 34,517 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 33,819 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 33,316 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 32,797 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 31,960 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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FRK 658J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FRK 658J, 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 FRK 658J?

You can check the full history of FRK 658J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FRK 658J registered?

FRK 658J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 8 March 1971.

Is FRK 658J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRK 658J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRK 658J have outstanding finance?

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