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VOJ 781J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,806 mi
Last recorded94,806 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOJ 781J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2023 94,806 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch, close to brake compensator mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front floor corroded, outside prescribed area

Offside Rear Upper under wheel arch has been repaired, unable to see a lot as its been painted and under-sill

Offside floor around jacking point corroded, outside prescribed area

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake lever travel but not excessive

Pass 1 Aug 2022 94,787 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 94,494 miles

offside floor slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2020 94,191 miles

Rear springs getting weak

Pass 30 Jul 2019 93,849 miles

Nearside Rear Arch starting to corrode

Underside of vehicle wax oiled

Pass 2 Aug 2018 93,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 93,014 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 92,630 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 92,264 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 91,839 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 91,364 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 90,808 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 90,250 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 89,578 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 89,071 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 88,386 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 87,835 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 87,191 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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VOJ 781J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 781J, 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 VOJ 781J registered?

VOJ 781J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 9 September 1970.

Is VOJ 781J safe to buy?

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