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ATB 855J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,528 mi
Last recorded1,528 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATB 855J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 1,528 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

racing seats and 4 point harnesses fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2013 1,114 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 977 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 977 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 821 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 815 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 661 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 475 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 463 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm locating pin locking pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 13 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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ATB 855J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 ATB 855J, 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

How do I check the history of ATB 855J?

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What year was ATB 855J registered?

ATB 855J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 26 August 1970.

Is ATB 855J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATB 855J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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