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GWR 200J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,976 mi
Last recorded7,976 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWR 200J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 7,976 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 7,764 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 74,890 miles

slight lift in both front kingpins

Fail 29 May 2019 7,489 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight lift in both front kingpins

Fail 7 Jun 2017 7,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Nearside battery tray corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion bump stops (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 6,690 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 6,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 6,585 miles

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 6,153 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 5,063 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 4,695 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 4,695 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 3,499 miles

diff oil leak

front chasssie corrosion

n/s/f inner arch corrosion

n/s/f upper ball joint slight play

n/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Fail 21 Feb 2011 3,499 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

diff oil leak

front chasssie corrosion

n/s/f inner arch corrosion

n/s/f upper ball joint slight play

n/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 23 Feb 2010 1,033 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 1,028 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2009 1 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 1 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 25,053 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 25,053 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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GWR 200J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GWR 200J, 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 GWR 200J registered?

GWR 200J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is GWR 200J safe to buy?

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