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PJO 683J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,164 mi
Last recorded57,164 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJO 683J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,164 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 54,970 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 54,970 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 54,750 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 54,749 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 54,744 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 54,741 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 54,738 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 54,734 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 54,676 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 54,674 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 54,365 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 54,350 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 54,350 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 54,336 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 54,306 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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PJO 683J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PJO 683J, 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 PJO 683J registered?

PJO 683J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 13 November 1970.

Is PJO 683J safe to buy?

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