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XJN 761J

1971 MG 1300

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,393 mi
Last recorded95,393 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2007
Typical for 1971 MG 130043,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJN 761J
MakeMG
Model1300
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2007 95,393 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 95,393 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

fuel cap

tyres cracking

How Reliable is the MG 1300?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 27
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
brake recording little or no effort 19
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XJN 761J is a 1971 MG 1300 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 MG 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,396 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 1300 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJN 761J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this MG 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJN 761J?

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What year was XJN 761J registered?

XJN 761J is a 1971 MG 1300, first registered on 19 March 1971.

Is XJN 761J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJN 761J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJN 761J have outstanding finance?

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