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FMF 928J

1970 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

27,831 mi
Last recorded27,831 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMF 928J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 27,831 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive From the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From the transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 27,830 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive From the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From the transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 27,740 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,504 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 27,504 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 27,222 miles

coil spring corroded front offside and nearside (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 27,220 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded front offside and nearside (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 26,490 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 25,865 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake stationary pivot (3.3.A.1g)

Oil leak

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

park brake lever long travel

Fail 7 Oct 2013 25,865 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake stationary pivot (3.3.A.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

park brake lever long travel

Pass 3 Oct 2012 24,189 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 22,418 miles

Small fault on N/S/F O/S/F N/S/R Tyres

Fail 11 Aug 2011 22,401 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Front brake discs poor

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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FMF 928J is a 1970 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 FMF 928J, 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 FMF 928J registered?

FMF 928J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1970.

Is FMF 928J safe to buy?

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