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FYE 697J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

12,810 mi
Last recorded12,810 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYE 697J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 12,810 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 12,272 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Indicators do not flash (4.4.4 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Fluid residue around inner face of offside rear brake drum back plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle strap deteriorated/splitting

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both steering rack gaiters deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 11,950 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 11,171 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 10,706 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 10,490 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 10,226 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 9,597 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 8,935 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 8,310 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 8,196 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 8,166 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 8,064 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 7,941 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 7,941 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 7,498 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 7,184 miles

N.S.front wiper blade starting to split.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,749 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,247 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 5,459 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 4,945 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 4,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 4,648 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 4,648 miles

Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 4,276 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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FYE 697J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FYE 697J, 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 FYE 697J?

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What year was FYE 697J registered?

FYE 697J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FYE 697J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYE 697J shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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