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STU 331J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

5,085 mi
Last recorded5,085 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTU 331J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 5,085 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 1,712 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 21,583 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 9 May 2016 21,147 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 21,147 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 7 May 2015 20,807 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2014 20,408 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 20,162 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 20,162 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,804 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 19,804 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 19,396 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 19,080 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 19,080 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 18,324 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 17,913 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 17,393 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 May 2006 17,393 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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STU 331J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 STU 331J, 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 STU 331J registered?

STU 331J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is STU 331J safe to buy?

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