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OCB 21J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,351 mi
Last recorded66,351 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCB 21J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2018 66,351 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 66,143 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 66,104 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 65,965 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2013 65,507 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 65,321 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 63,907 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 62,633 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 61,689 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 60,000 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 58,494 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 56,729 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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OCB 21J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OCB 21J, 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 OCB 21J?

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What year was OCB 21J registered?

OCB 21J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is OCB 21J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCB 21J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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