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FWP 537J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,775 mi
Last recorded18,775 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWP 537J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 18,775 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 18,775 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 18,472 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 18,472 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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FWP 537J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FWP 537J, 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 FWP 537J?

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What year was FWP 537J registered?

FWP 537J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 23 April 1971.

Is FWP 537J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWP 537J shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWP 537J have outstanding finance?

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