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FVN 137J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,582 mi
Last recorded61,582 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 137J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 61,582 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 60,597 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 59,351 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 57,892 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 56,479 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 54,868 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 53,944 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 52,975 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 52,975 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 44,584 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2008 39,690 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 36,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 35,461 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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FVN 137J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FVN 137J, 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

How do I check the history of FVN 137J?

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What year was FVN 137J registered?

FVN 137J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is FVN 137J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 137J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVN 137J have outstanding finance?

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