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JHF 606J

1971 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,015 mi
Last recorded87,015 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHF 606J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 87,015 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 87,010 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 86,715 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 85,818 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 85,606 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 84,892 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 82,873 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 81,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 81,519 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 32,914 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front number plate damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

POOR REPAIRES TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

Play in front U.J. of propshaft

Rear brakes sharp

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 30,411 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

floor pans, sill areas, chasis areas and rear spring hangers are corroded

indicators flash slowly at idle

parts of the ehaust system have had temporary repairs

Fail 12 Jun 2006 30,411 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

floor pans, sill areas, chasis rail areas, rear spring hangers are all corroded

indicators flash slow at idle

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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JHF 606J is a 1971 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHF 606J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JHF 606J registered?

JHF 606J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 25 March 1971.

Is JHF 606J safe to buy?

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