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VPY 600J

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,449 mi
Last recorded11,449 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPY 600J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2018 11,449 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 11,273 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 11,065 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 10,978 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 10,885 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 10,836 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 10,544 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,398 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 10,101 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 9,863 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2008 9,609 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,904 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 8,139 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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VPY 600J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VPY 600J, 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 VPY 600J?

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What year was VPY 600J registered?

VPY 600J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is VPY 600J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPY 600J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VPY 600J have outstanding finance?

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