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WHJ 55J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

680 mi
Last recorded680 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHJ 55J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 680 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

prop shaft u.j worn.

Pass 2 Mar 2017 464 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 229 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 99,621 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f brake flexy slightly twisted

Pass 5 Mar 2012 99,269 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

n/s mirror poor view

seal on petrol cap worn

Pass 13 Apr 2011 99,107 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2010 98,665 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 98,665 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 98,665 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 98,664 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 98,765 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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WHJ 55J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WHJ 55J, 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 WHJ 55J registered?

WHJ 55J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1970.

Is WHJ 55J safe to buy?

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