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FMD 414J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,906 mi
Last recorded25,906 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMD 414J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 25,906 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake performance unable to be tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/80/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Axle insecure such that stability is impaired (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2025 24,700 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 22,897 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 14,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 12,144 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 11,979 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 11,979 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 11,559 miles

has power steering

Pass 10 Apr 2014 11,478 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 11,468 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 11,363 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,943 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,799 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,137 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 9,311 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 8,362 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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FMD 414J 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 FMD 414J, 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 FMD 414J registered?

FMD 414J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FMD 414J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMD 414J 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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