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FWE 402J

1970 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,246 mi
Last recorded18,246 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWE 402J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 18,246 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 16,799 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 31 May 2017 16,799 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking wheel cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,732 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 May 2014 14,561 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 12,806 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,259 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,096 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 9,590 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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FWE 402J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWE 402J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FWE 402J registered?

FWE 402J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FWE 402J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWE 402J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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