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FMV 269J

1970 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,590 mi
Last recorded93,590 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMV 269J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 93,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 93,322 miles

Nearside Front slight play in upper kingpin

Nearside crack in windscreen

Offside Front slight play in upper king pin

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

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 93,090 miles

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

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

crack in screen n/s

slight fuel leak from union that comes out of tank

Pass 11 Sep 2013 92,843 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 92,749 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 92,533 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,181 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 32,181 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 91,589 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 90,512 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2008 90,512 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 May 2007 90,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

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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FMV 269J is a 1970 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc 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 FMV 269J, 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 FMV 269J registered?

FMV 269J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 21 December 1970.

Is FMV 269J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMV 269J 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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