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ELD 891J

1970 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,446 mi
Last recorded13,446 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELD 891J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 May 2017 13,446 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 12,712 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 11,922 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 11,679 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,491 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,717 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 9,602 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 8,247 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 7,643 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 6,790 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 5,863 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 5,559 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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ELD 891J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ELD 891J, 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

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What year was ELD 891J registered?

ELD 891J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is ELD 891J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELD 891J shows 12 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 ELD 891J have outstanding finance?

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