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FJD 41J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

23,540 mi
Last recorded23,540 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJD 41J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 23,540 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 20,600 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 19,283 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 16,550 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 14,439 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 13,340 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 12,828 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine running hot

Fail 3 Sep 2019 12,810 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine running hot

Pass 31 Aug 2018 11,357 miles

Both front side lights dim,advise attention

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 10,603 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 10,029 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 9,792 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 9,392 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 9,192 miles

slight corrosion on front valance

Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,777 miles

Corrosion To Front Panel

Corrosion To front Coil Springs

Spare Tyre Flat

Pass 8 Sep 2011 8,458 miles

condition of leaf springs

Fail 8 Sep 2011 8,458 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

condition of leaf springs

Pass 24 Sep 2010 8,157 miles

rear springs corroded

slight blow on exhaust

underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2009 8,150 miles

underbody corrosion to components and brake unions.

Fail 22 Sep 2009 8,150 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

underbody corrosion to components and brake unions.

Pass 16 Sep 2008 7,966 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 7,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 6,635 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 6,413 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 5,708 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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FJD 41J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FJD 41J, 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 FJD 41J registered?

FJD 41J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 19 March 1971.

Is FJD 41J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJD 41J shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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