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VOF 305J

1970 MG B

Yellow Petrol 3997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,794 mi
Last recorded8,794 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOF 305J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 8,794 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 8,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 May 2012 8,331 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2011 6,209 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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VOF 305J is a 1970 MG B in Yellow with a 3,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 VOF 305J, 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 VOF 305J?

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What year was VOF 305J registered?

VOF 305J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is VOF 305J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOF 305J shows 4 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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