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FYC 785C

1971 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,842 mi
Last recorded48,842 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYC 785C
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2016 48,842 miles

front lower bushes starting to perish

rear and o/s/f tyres cracking in tread

Pass 11 Feb 2015 48,839 miles

front suspension bushes splitting

rear tyres cracking in tread

slight play n/s/f wheel

Pass 12 Feb 2014 48,835 miles

front suspension bushes splitting

rear and o/s/f tyres cracking in tread

Pass 2 Feb 2013 48,831 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 48,827 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 48,823 miles

Poss punture n/s/f tyre .

Rear tyres cracking n/s and o/s/r .

Pass 6 Feb 2010 48,820 miles

All tyres cracking treads

Front tyre wear edges both .

Pass 14 Feb 2009 48,815 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 48,811 miles

N/S/F tyre wear edge and cracking close to limits

Pass 10 Jun 2006 48,757 miles

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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FYC 785C is a 1971 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FYC 785C, 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 FYC 785C?

You can check the full history of FYC 785C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FYC 785C registered?

FYC 785C is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 April 1971.

Is FYC 785C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYC 785C shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYC 785C have outstanding finance?

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