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DYE 567J

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,740 mi
Last recorded91,740 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYE 567J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 91,740 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 91,596 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Service brake rear imbalance pass on locks (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 91,596 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) to caliper (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Service brake rear imbalance pass on locks (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 91,308 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 90,825 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 90,810 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 May 2007 90,729 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 27 Apr 2007 90,727 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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DYE 567J is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DYE 567J, 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 DYE 567J registered?

DYE 567J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 25 September 1970.

Is DYE 567J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYE 567J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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