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EDJ 572J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,403 mi
Last recorded90,403 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDJ 572J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 90,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 90,086 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe poorly clipped

Pass 27 Apr 2016 89,724 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 May 2015 89,581 miles

front lower wishbone bushes poor

rear brake pipe poorly routed/secured

unable to properly inspect brake pipes under bonnet due to painting

wiring loom under vehicle poorly secured

Pass 30 Apr 2014 89,316 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 89,138 miles

n/s brake disc very worn

front brake pads worn

unable to properly assess condition of brake pipes under bonnet due to painting

wiring loom under vehicle poorly secured

Pass 2 May 2012 4,744 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 4,581 miles

n/s brake disc worn/in poor cond

rear brake hose ferules corroded

Pass 17 May 2010 4,219 miles

brake discs worn & in poor condition

Fail 5 May 2010 4,219 miles

Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

brake discs worn & in poor condition

play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 Apr 2009 3,984 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 3,482 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

extensive structural repairs to underside covered by underseal

Fail 30 Apr 2008 3,482 miles

Offside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

extensive structural repairs to underside covered by underseal

Pass 10 May 2007 3,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EDJ 572J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EDJ 572J, 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 EDJ 572J registered?

EDJ 572J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 8 December 1970.

Is EDJ 572J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDJ 572J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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