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ELR 982J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,004 mi
Last recorded25,004 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELR 982J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 25,004 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 24,893 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 24,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 24,743 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,629 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,350 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 24,021 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,507 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

engine had no oil in it !!! (now topped up)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,695 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,858 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 1,661 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 17,656 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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ELR 982J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ELR 982J, 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 ELR 982J registered?

ELR 982J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 20 November 1970.

Is ELR 982J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELR 982J 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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