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DPB 255J

1970 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,642 mi
Last recorded7,642 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B GT39,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPB 255J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 7,642 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 7,640 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play

Pass 18 Jun 2025 105,383 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum slightly damp

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

underside covered in underseal

Pass 19 Jun 2024 103,874 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Vehicle has oil leaks from Eng, G/box and Diff, not to excess. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Dampness around back plate, poss. half shaft seal.

Offside Front Track rod end boot deteriorated.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Underside of vehicle covered by underseal.

Pass 7 Jun 2023 100,132 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive General leaks underneath from Engine/G.Box/Rear axle. Not to excess. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle covered in under seal, coating most areas and components.

Pass 23 Jun 2022 96,875 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 92,895 miles

Nearside Rear Back plate damp.

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 91,087 miles

Nearside Rear Slight rear axle oil leak

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2019 89,362 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 89,362 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 87,113 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 83,615 miles

Oil leak eng and gear box

Pass 4 Jul 2016 82,450 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2015 81,201 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 81,028 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 81,812 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 80,866 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 80,859 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 80,734 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 80,467 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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DPB 255J is a 1970 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1970 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 39,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPB 255J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DPB 255J registered?

DPB 255J is a 1970 MG B GT, first registered on 4 August 1970.

Is DPB 255J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPB 255J shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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