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YRF 214M

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,773 mi
Last recorded5,773 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRF 214M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 5,773 miles

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

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

both front lower bumpstops missing

offside rear tyre signs of rubbing inner wheel arch

Pass 15 May 2015 5,448 miles

nearside front and offside front lower bumpstops missing

signs of offside rear tyre rubbing on inner wing?

Pass 13 May 2014 4,963 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both nearside front and offside front lower bumpstops missing

signs of offside rear tyre rubbing inner wing

Fail 10 May 2014 4,962 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both nearside front and offside front lower bumpstops missing

signs of offside rear tyre rubbing inner wing

Pass 10 May 2013 4,342 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 10 May 2013 4,342 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2012 3,950 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 3,230 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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YRF 214M is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YRF 214M, 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

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What year was YRF 214M registered?

YRF 214M is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is YRF 214M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRF 214M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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