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DYL 543J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,009 mi
Last recorded61,009 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYL 543J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 61,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 60,558 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 60,148 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 60,064 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,992 miles

O/s/r tyre cracking side wall

Pass 2 Jul 2014 59,912 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 59,760 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 59,760 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 59,373 miles

O/s/r shock absorber damp

Slight play o/s track rod end

Pass 6 Jul 2011 58,837 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 58,385 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 57,782 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 57,782 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 57,186 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 56,448 miles

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 1 Aug 2006 55,077 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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DYL 543J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DYL 543J, 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 DYL 543J?

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What year was DYL 543J registered?

DYL 543J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is DYL 543J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYL 543J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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