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MDH 472J

1971 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,610 mi
Last recorded4,610 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDH 472J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 4,610 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 3,942 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 3,655 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 3,560 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 1,926 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

travel at handbrake lever

Fail 11 Jun 2008 1,898 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

travel at handbrake lever

Pass 29 Mar 2006 16 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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MDH 472J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MDH 472J, 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

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What year was MDH 472J registered?

MDH 472J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is MDH 472J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDH 472J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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