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VON 647J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,592 mi
Last recorded19,592 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVON 647J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 19,592 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 19,580 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe damaged Badly perished (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Worn on inner edge and obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 14,614 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in floor/ wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded, outer sill cover over the top (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 14,614 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in floor/ wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded, outer sill cover over the top (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 11,978 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Cross member (6.1.A.1)

Front Oil leak ()

Rear Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Jul 2017 11,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer boot ripped, (not ball joint) (2.4.G.2)

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

Central Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Cross member (6.1.A.1)

Front Oil leak ()

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

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

Rear Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Aug 2016 10,286 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 10,258 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop Bump stops missing (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Battery insecure Battery loose (1.9.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 9,271 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 8,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 6,803 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 5,499 miles

battery loose

Fail 10 Jul 2012 5,493 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

battery loose

Pass 28 Jul 2011 3,445 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 3,440 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 54,569 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 72,935 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2008 72,934 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 72,814 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 71,234 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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VON 647J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VON 647J, 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.

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VON 647J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1970.

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