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CJB 215J

1971 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,943 mi
Last recorded4,943 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 MG Mgf24,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJB 215J
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 4,943 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 4,200 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 3,178 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 2,958 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 2,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 2,133 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 1,992 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 1,943 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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CJB 215J is a 1971 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 24,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJB 215J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CJB 215J?

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What year was CJB 215J registered?

CJB 215J is a 1971 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 April 1971.

Is CJB 215J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJB 215J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CJB 215J have outstanding finance?

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