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XFU 199J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,119 mi
Last recorded14,119 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFU 199J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 14,119 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 14,034 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 13,879 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 13,837 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 13,524 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 13,342 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 13,231 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 13,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

near and off side front tyres are perished on side wall

Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,168 miles

Oil leak

slight movement in nearside steering rack knuckle

Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,025 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 12,750 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear battery holding frames corroded

vehicle displaying light corrosion to rear attention drawn to leaf spring mountings

Fail 27 Aug 2008 12,750 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear battery holding frames corroded

vehicle displaying light corrosion to rear attention drawn to leaf spring mountings

Pass 24 Aug 2007 12,693 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 12,496 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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XFU 199J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XFU 199J, 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 XFU 199J registered?

XFU 199J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is XFU 199J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFU 199J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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