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XMA 244J

1971 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,180 mi
Last recorded20,180 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMA 244J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 20,180 miles

Exhaust mounting defective catching body (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 20,172 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective catching body (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 19,973 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 19,350 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,318 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 19,168 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 19,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,795 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 18,614 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 18,226 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 17,789 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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XMA 244J is a 1971 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XMA 244J, 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 XMA 244J?

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What year was XMA 244J registered?

XMA 244J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is XMA 244J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMA 244J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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