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FUY 5J

1971 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,236 mi
Last recorded95,236 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUY 5J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 95,236 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 94,905 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 94,814 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 94,564 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 94,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 94,185 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 93,342 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 92,126 miles

Oil leak from gearbox

Oil leak engine

Oil leak from differential

Pass 7 Sep 2010 90,209 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 88,436 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 86,784 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 85,608 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 85,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 33,354 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 33,352 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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FUY 5J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FUY 5J, 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 FUY 5J registered?

FUY 5J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 February 1971.

Is FUY 5J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUY 5J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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