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TUJ 181J

1971 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,123 mi
Last recorded57,123 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUJ 181J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 57,123 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 56,809 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 56,749 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,585 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,249 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 56,249 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 55,956 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 55,691 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 55,581 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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TUJ 181J is a 1971 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TUJ 181J, 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

How do I check the history of TUJ 181J?

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What year was TUJ 181J registered?

TUJ 181J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 18 September 1971.

Is TUJ 181J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUJ 181J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TUJ 181J have outstanding finance?

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