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UDW 675J

1971 MG Mgb Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,232 mi
Last recorded6,232 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb Roadster47,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDW 675J
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 6,232 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

parking brake only just meet requirments

Fail 2 Jul 2016 6,226 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement spring eye (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement handbrake lever in drum (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement spring eye (2.4.B.2)

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 5,006 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 4,020 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 4,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 3,472 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 3,359 miles

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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UDW 675J is a 1971 MG Mgb Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 UDW 675J, 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 UDW 675J?

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What year was UDW 675J registered?

UDW 675J is a 1971 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 24 May 1971.

Is UDW 675J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDW 675J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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