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FTF 239J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,580 mi
Last recorded62,580 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTF 239J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 62,580 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 62,175 miles

Slight play o/side and n/side rear hub splines

Weep from O/side rear hub oil seal.

Pass 5 Jun 2015 61,453 miles

Slight play o/side rear splines

Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,677 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brake backing plates damp

Pass 21 Jun 2011 59,622 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 59,587 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

condition of rear brake hose unions .

Pass 14 Aug 2008 59,566 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 59,553 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 58,806 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 58,666 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2005 57,078 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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FTF 239J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FTF 239J, 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 FTF 239J?

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What year was FTF 239J registered?

FTF 239J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FTF 239J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTF 239J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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