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FGU 555J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,032 mi
Last recorded10,032 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGU 555J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 10,032 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Oct 2016 9,937 miles

Oil leak rear differential

Fail 1 Oct 2016 9,937 miles

Oil leak rear differential

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 9,850 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 9,570 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 9,280 miles

Oil leak

noise when steering wheel turned

Fail 10 Oct 2013 9,275 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

noise when steering wheel turned

Pass 9 Oct 2012 8,891 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 8,891 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 8,555 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

o/s floor corroded but welded from inside

slight play at o/s of steering rack

Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,864 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 6,830 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 6,830 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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FGU 555J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FGU 555J, 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 FGU 555J registered?

FGU 555J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FGU 555J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGU 555J shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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