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DPF 835J

1970 MG B

Cream Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,250 mi
Last recorded71,250 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPF 835J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 71,250 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 64,013 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 62,907 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 61,505 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 60,703 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 58,764 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 58,160 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 56,990 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 56,960 miles

slight brake bind o/s/r

Pass 19 Jun 2007 56,497 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 56,492 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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DPF 835J is a 1970 MG B in Cream with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DPF 835J, 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 DPF 835J?

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What year was DPF 835J registered?

DPF 835J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 24 August 1970.

Is DPF 835J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPF 835J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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