MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,749 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
general condition of vehicle underbody corrosive
nearside front brake binding slightly.
offside front wheel splines loose (slight play in offside front wheel).
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
general condition of vehicle underbody corrosive
nearside front brake binding slightly.
offside front wheel splines loose (slight play in offside front wheel).
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FAB 285J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAB 285J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FAB 285J?
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What year was FAB 285J registered?
FAB 285J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 26 February 1971.
Is FAB 285J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FAB 285J shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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