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WVY 210J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,863 mi
Last recorded42,863 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVY 210J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 42,863 miles

engine/gearbox oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2016 41,763 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 41,316 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,435 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 39,644 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 39,220 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,930 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 38,164 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 36,931 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,045 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 34,857 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 34,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 34,271 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 33,093 miles

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

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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WVY 210J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WVY 210J, 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 WVY 210J?

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What year was WVY 210J registered?

WVY 210J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is WVY 210J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVY 210J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVY 210J have outstanding finance?

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