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RNH 242J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,244 mi
Last recorded28,244 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNH 242J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2017 28,244 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 27,136 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 26,473 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,470 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 24,952 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,484 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 21,833 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,958 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,494 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,701 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

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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RNH 242J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc 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 RNH 242J, 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 RNH 242J registered?

RNH 242J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 24 June 1971.

Is RNH 242J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNH 242J 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.

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