CarVerify

Free Car Check

VCJ 663J

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,406 mi
Last recorded11,406 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCJ 663J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
View full MG Mgb reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 11,406 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 11,203 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 10,955 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 10,675 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,334 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 9,941 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 9,347 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 8,666 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 7,617 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 7,984 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 7,082 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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
Full MG Mgb reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VCJ 663J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VCJ 663J, 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 VCJ 663J?

You can check the full history of VCJ 663J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VCJ 663J registered?

VCJ 663J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 July 1971.

Is VCJ 663J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCJ 663J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VCJ 663J have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VCJ 663J. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.