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BTJ 785J

1970 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,561 mi
Last recorded16,561 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 MG B GT39,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTJ 785J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2019 16,561 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 16,345 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 16,076 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 15,806 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 15,647 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 15,491 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 14,878 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 13,924 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 12,115 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,580 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,838 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 5,760 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 4,103 miles

steering rack has play in the off side (boarder line pass)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 1,509 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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BTJ 785J is a 1970 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 39,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTJ 785J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTJ 785J?

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What year was BTJ 785J registered?

BTJ 785J is a 1970 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1970.

Is BTJ 785J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTJ 785J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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