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WPM 231J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,547 mi
Last recorded70,547 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPM 231J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 70,547 miles

Oil leak

diff leaking oil

Pass 25 Jan 2013 69,092 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 67,586 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 67,586 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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WPM 231J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc 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 WPM 231J, 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 WPM 231J?

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What year was WPM 231J registered?

WPM 231J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1970.

Is WPM 231J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPM 231J 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.

Does WPM 231J have outstanding finance?

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