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DPK 770J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,384 mi
Last recorded21,384 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 770J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 21,384 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 21,080 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 20,743 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 20,460 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 19,971 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 19,603 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 18,895 miles

slight movement in offside front wheel

Pass 7 Jan 2013 18,341 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 18,384 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 17,602 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 16,846 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 16,285 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 16,095 miles

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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DPK 770J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DPK 770J, 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 DPK 770J?

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What year was DPK 770J registered?

DPK 770J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1970.

Is DPK 770J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 770J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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