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SFC 363J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

76,304 mi
Last recorded76,304 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 363J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 76,304 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 74,130 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 71,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 69,601 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 66,274 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 63,746 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 61,973 miles

BRAKE SERV O PIPE WORN

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 58,928 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 56,094 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 53,079 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 50,881 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 48,930 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 46,538 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 43,406 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 39,987 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 37,944 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 33,020 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 28,067 miles

fuel hose to fuel pump cracking.

Pass 20 Sep 2007 25,110 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 22,510 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 22,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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SFC 363J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFC 363J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFC 363J?

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What year was SFC 363J registered?

SFC 363J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 3 May 1971.

Is SFC 363J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 363J shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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