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FBY 387J

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,908 mi
Last recorded9,908 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 387J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 9,908 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2017 6,904 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 5,055 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 4,959 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 4,864 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 4,864 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 2,332 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 2,286 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2,091 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 319 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 49,202 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 47,822 miles

for advisories see previous test.

Fail 1 Jun 2007 47,822 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front lower trunions have slight play,brake pedal rubber is worn but still good anti-slip provision,the welding carried out on the vehicle is adequate enough to pass.

Pass 31 Mar 2006 47,074 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 47,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FBY 387J is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FBY 387J, 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 FBY 387J registered?

FBY 387J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 12 October 1970.

Is FBY 387J safe to buy?

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