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TDB 752J

1971 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,528 mi
Last recorded29,528 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb Roadster47,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDB 752J
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 29,528 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,261 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2014 28,432 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 27,696 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 26,530 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 26,215 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,928 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,665 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 23,658 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,763 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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TDB 752J is a 1971 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 47,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TDB 752J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TDB 752J?

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What year was TDB 752J registered?

TDB 752J is a 1971 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 16 February 1971.

Is TDB 752J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDB 752J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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