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UFY 171L

1972 MG Sports

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,555 mi
Last recorded21,555 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFY 171L
MakeMG
ModelSports
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 21,555 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 21,555 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasis/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2010 20,428 miles

front discs corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2010 20,428 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front discs corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2008 20,427 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 19,759 miles

How Reliable is the MG Sports?

Based on 910 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 19
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Horn not working 11
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
brake recording little or no effort 11
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UFY 171L is a 1972 MG Sports in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a MG Sports fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UFY 171L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UFY 171L?

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What year was UFY 171L registered?

UFY 171L is a 1972 MG Sports, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is UFY 171L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFY 171L 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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