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FSV 185

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,425 mi
Last recorded9,425 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSV 185
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 9,425 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 8,728 miles

Central Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 8,709 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front and rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front and rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Center plate mounting bolt not tight (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring likely to come off (5.2.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel tyre retaining ring likely to come off (5.2.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel tyre retaining ring likely to come off (5.2.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 8,184 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 8,180 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 8,080 miles

Central hand brake cable notchey

Pass 15 Oct 2019 7,844 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 7,589 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 7,321 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 7,108 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 7,108 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 6,707 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 6,543 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 6,418 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 6,418 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,282 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,208 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 5,753 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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FSV 185 is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FSV 185, 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 FSV 185?

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What year was FSV 185 registered?

FSV 185 is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is FSV 185 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSV 185 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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