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PNF 412J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,729 mi
Last recorded57,729 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNF 412J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 57,729 miles

Parking brake cable at full adjustment

Slight lift in offside trunion

Some pinholes in silencer box

Some repairs around brake master cylinder mount

Wipers smear slightly

Fail 19 Mar 2018 57,722 miles

Front suspension locking device missing Split pins missing from both lower front trunion bolts (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure Both belt reels loose (5.2.1a)

Wheel insecure Both front wheels loose (4.2.A.1c)

Parking brake cable at full adjustment

Slight lift in offside trunion

Some repairs around brake master cylinder mount

Wipers smear slightly

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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PNF 412J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PNF 412J, 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 PNF 412J?

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What year was PNF 412J registered?

PNF 412J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 23 October 1970.

Is PNF 412J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNF 412J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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