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FBY 131J

1971 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,021 mi
Last recorded74,021 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 131J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 74,021 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 73,964 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 73,908 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 73,908 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 73,782 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 73,723 miles

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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FBY 131J is a 1971 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FBY 131J, 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 FBY 131J?

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What year was FBY 131J registered?

FBY 131J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is FBY 131J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 131J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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