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SFC 757J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,976 mi
Last recorded96,976 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 757J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 96,976 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 96,976 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 96,967 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 96,959 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 96,913 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 96,913 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 96,922 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 96,871 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 96,815 miles

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 757J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 757J, 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 757J?

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What year was SFC 757J registered?

SFC 757J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 31 March 1971.

Is SFC 757J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 757J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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