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BYD 131J

1970 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,130 mi
Last recorded53,130 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B GT39,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 131J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2017 53,130 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 52,906 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 52,690 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 52,475 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 52,254 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 52,036 miles

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Pass 13 Oct 2011 51,808 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 51,591 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 51,364 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 51,127 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 50,887 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 50,669 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 50,454 miles

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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BYD 131J is a 1970 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BYD 131J, 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 BYD 131J?

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What year was BYD 131J registered?

BYD 131J is a 1970 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is BYD 131J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 131J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BYD 131J have outstanding finance?

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