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XFU 222J

1971 MG B Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,825 mi
Last recorded86,825 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B Roadster58,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFU 222J
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 86,825 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 86,129 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 85,380 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 84,955 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 84,955 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 84,952 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 84,528 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 83,974 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 83,266 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 81,959 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering dose not self centre on driving

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 81,959 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering dose not self centre on driving

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 80,829 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 80,798 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

battery tray excessively corroded battery is insecure

nsr handbrake cable fouling exhaust system

rear fuel pipes insecure

Pass 12 Nov 2008 79,812 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 78,459 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 76,956 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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XFU 222J is a 1971 MG B Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 58,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFU 222J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XFU 222J registered?

XFU 222J is a 1971 MG B Roadster, first registered on 10 May 1971.

Is XFU 222J safe to buy?

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