MOT Status
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70,901 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Slight play in nearside front king pin.
Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
front brakes slightly binding
Offside front outer sill/wing corroded.
Underseal applied not allowing full inspection of underbody/components.
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch. (1.1.21 (e) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside front outer sill/wing corroded.
Underseal applied not allowing full inspection of underbody/components.
Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
nearside chassis in centre corroded, not a prescribed area
nearside rear chassis corroded, not a prescribed area
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
nearside front shock absorber has reduced damping effect
nearside jacking point corroded, not a prescribed area
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
both rear suspension 'check' straps in poor condition
center exhaust mount cracked
offside front and rear floor starting to rust
petrol tank sender unit wire broken
Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
Offside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
n/s rear check strap worn, slave cylinder flexi hose leaking
Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the MG B GT?
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JFD 209L is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.
Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JFD 209L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was JFD 209L registered?
JFD 209L is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is JFD 209L safe to buy?
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