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FAB 598J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,320 mi
Last recorded7,320 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 598J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 7,320 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 6,944 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 6,944 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 6,382 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 6,041 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2014 6,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2013 5,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 5,305 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 5,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 5,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

vehicle has corrosion in centre & offside sections of boot floor, rear lower valance & nearside rear wing but not considered structual so not a reason for rejection

vehicle has corrosion in nearside front floorwell but not in any prescribed areas so not considered a reason for rejection

wiperblades starting to score windscreen

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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FAB 598J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 598J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAB 598J?

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What year was FAB 598J registered?

FAB 598J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FAB 598J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 598J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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