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AJB 488J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,271 mi
Last recorded21,271 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJB 488J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 21,271 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2021 21,269 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,946 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 20,780 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Front wheel bearing noisey

Pass 13 Aug 2015 20,601 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

Surface corrosion to all metal components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,483 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 20,445 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 20,154 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 20,088 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 20,002 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 19,732 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,667 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 19,667 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 19,110 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 18,444 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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AJB 488J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AJB 488J, 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.

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What year was AJB 488J registered?

AJB 488J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is AJB 488J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJB 488J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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