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FME 89J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,913 mi
Last recorded15,913 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFME 89J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 15,913 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,653 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 15,430 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,351 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 15,021 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 14,521 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 13,881 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 13,404 miles

slight play from the nearside front top suspen sion mount.

Pass 4 Jun 2010 12,915 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front bump stop missing.

Pass 1 May 2009 12,581 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front bump stop missing

Pass 23 Apr 2008 12,311 miles

Nearside front bump stop missing

Pass 24 Apr 2007 12,173 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside front bump stop missing.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 11,410 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 11,406 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

N/S FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM INNER BUSHES PERISHED

O/S FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM INNER BUSHES PERISHED

slight play in steering coloumn top bush

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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FME 89J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FME 89J, 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 FME 89J registered?

FME 89J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is FME 89J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FME 89J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FME 89J have outstanding finance?

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