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PCW 13J

1970 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,506 mi
Last recorded5,506 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCW 13J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 5,506 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 5,455 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 5,399 miles

nearside front lower arm bush worn

offside rear tyre splitting

Fail 10 Oct 2014 5,398 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front lower arm bush worn

offside rear tyre splitting

Pass 10 Oct 2013 5,317 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres slightly perishing

nearside wiper blade splitting

Pass 17 Oct 2012 4,800 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 4,800 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,479 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 4,278 miles

n/s/r foot and handbrake reading low

Pass 17 Oct 2009 4,050 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 3,874 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 3,401 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 3,397 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 3,315 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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PCW 13J is a 1970 MG Mgb in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PCW 13J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PCW 13J registered?

PCW 13J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is PCW 13J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCW 13J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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