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FYA 375J

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,718 mi
Last recorded81,718 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYA 375J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 81,718 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 81,702 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear axle rubber strap broken

Fail 30 Jan 2024 81,702 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak leaver arm (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear axle rubber strap insecure

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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FYA 375J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 FYA 375J, 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

How do I check the history of FYA 375J?

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What year was FYA 375J registered?

FYA 375J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 July 1971.

Is FYA 375J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYA 375J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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