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AFD 271J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,788 mi
Last recorded25,788 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFD 271J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 25,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Outer sill corrosion

Pass 27 Oct 2016 25,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear binding slightly

Offside Rear binding slightly

Pass 17 Oct 2015 25,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear binding slightly

Pass 9 Sep 2014 25,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 25,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 25,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 25,261 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 25,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 24,892 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 24,892 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 24,599 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 24,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AFD 271J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 AFD 271J, 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 56 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 AFD 271J registered?

AFD 271J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 7 September 1970.

Is AFD 271J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFD 271J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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