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VOJ 470J

1970 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,942 mi
Last recorded47,942 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOJ 470J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 47,942 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 47,450 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 46,888 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 45,876 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 45,330 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 45,107 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 45,016 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 44,987 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 44,421 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 44,047 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,014 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 43,982 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox/engine

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing, not excessive

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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VOJ 470J is a 1970 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VOJ 470J, 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 VOJ 470J?

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What year was VOJ 470J registered?

VOJ 470J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 30 July 1970.

Is VOJ 470J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOJ 470J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VOJ 470J have outstanding finance?

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