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VOD 87J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,732 mi
Last recorded78,732 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOD 87J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 78,732 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 78,732 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))

Rear Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))

Front Fuel hose so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2017 77,627 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 77,337 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 77,219 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 76,581 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 74,543 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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VOD 87J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VOD 87J, 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 VOD 87J?

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What year was VOD 87J registered?

VOD 87J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is VOD 87J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOD 87J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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