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FDM 909K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,292 mi
Last recorded27,292 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDM 909K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 27,292 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 26,631 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 26,631 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 22,957 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 22,790 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside bulkhead starting to corrode

Pass 15 Jun 2015 22,780 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 21,962 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,198 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 20,751 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 19,370 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 18,204 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 17,238 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2009 17,238 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 May 2008 15,929 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 15,061 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 13,226 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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FDM 909K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FDM 909K, 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

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What year was FDM 909K registered?

FDM 909K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 25 August 1971.

Is FDM 909K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDM 909K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDM 909K have outstanding finance?

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