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TFR 30J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,022 mi
Last recorded12,022 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFR 30J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,022 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 12,010 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 11,992 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 11,983 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

ns andos enginemounting split

nsf and osf bump stops worn

Pass 11 Apr 2011 11,965 miles

extensive bodywork xnd welding has b een done but seem s ok

heavy rear sprin gs fitted

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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TFR 30J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 TFR 30J, 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 TFR 30J registered?

TFR 30J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 January 1971.

Is TFR 30J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFR 30J shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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