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FWT 224J

1970 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,681 mi
Last recorded52,681 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWT 224J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 52,681 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 May 2017 52,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 50,839 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 48,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 48,484 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 46,507 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 46,506 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,117 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 45,117 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 44,636 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2011 44,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2011 44,046 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2010 43,434 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 43,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Oil leak

both front king pins have slight play

Pass 22 Apr 2009 42,722 miles

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

brake pedal rubber poor

slight weep from fuel pump

Pass 4 Mar 2008 42,377 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2008 42,377 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 42,050 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 41,955 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 41,955 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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FWT 224J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FWT 224J, 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 FWT 224J registered?

FWT 224J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FWT 224J safe to buy?

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