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VOJ 327J

1971 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13,889 mi
Last recorded13,889 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOJ 327J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 13,889 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 13,592 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 13,584 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 13,349 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 13,349 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 26 May 2014 12,108 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 May 2014 12,108 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 11,456 miles

poss oil leak nearside rear hub oil seel

some play nearside rear hub

under body undersealed not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2012 11,354 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,034 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 11,021 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,810 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 10,753 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,136 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,087 miles

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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VOJ 327J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VOJ 327J, 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 VOJ 327J registered?

VOJ 327J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 February 1971.

Is VOJ 327J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOJ 327J shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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