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DXD 690J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,456 mi
Last recorded14,456 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXD 690J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 14,456 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 13,312 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 12,069 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2016 12,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,935 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2015 10,935 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2014 10,505 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 May 2014 10,505 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,853 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 9,040 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 9,039 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 8,863 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 8,806 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 8,553 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 8,267 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 7,941 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 7,828 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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DXD 690J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DXD 690J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXD 690J?

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What year was DXD 690J registered?

DXD 690J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 23 November 1970.

Is DXD 690J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXD 690J shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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