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DPD 596J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,306 mi
Last recorded32,306 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPD 596J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,306 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 32,276 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

no Hazards lights, vehicle pre 01/04/1986

no door rear view mirror vehicle pre 01/08/1978

no fog light fitted vehicle pre 01/04/1980

Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,226 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 32,054 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,854 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 31,845 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside and offside front steering couplings on rack slight play

offside front wheel bearing slightly rough in rotation

slight weep off fuel at offside rear pump

Pass 1 Jun 2010 31,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside and offside front steering couplings on rack slight play

offside front wheel bearing slightly rough in rotation

slight weep off fuel at offside rear pump

Pass 4 Sep 2008 31,828 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,764 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 31,691 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 31,472 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 31,417 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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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DPD 596J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DPD 596J, 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 DPD 596J?

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What year was DPD 596J registered?

DPD 596J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is DPD 596J safe to buy?

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