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PDO 5J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,987 mi
Last recorded37,987 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDO 5J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,987 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 37,984 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 37,984 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,984 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 37,984 miles

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

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 37,984 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 37,984 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 67,984 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 67,984 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 37,927 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,906 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 37,735 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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PDO 5J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PDO 5J, 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 PDO 5J?

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What year was PDO 5J registered?

PDO 5J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1970.

Is PDO 5J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDO 5J shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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