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CRC 140J

1970 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,147 mi
Last recorded43,147 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B Roadster32,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRC 140J
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 43,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 43,082 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside covered in underseal

Pass 26 Jul 2016 42,184 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 41,458 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 40,975 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 40,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 40,258 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 22 Mar 2010 40,075 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 40,075 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 39,572 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 39,412 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 39,200 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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CRC 140J is a 1970 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,695 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CRC 140J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CRC 140J registered?

CRC 140J is a 1970 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is CRC 140J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRC 140J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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