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PJO 359J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,396 mi
Last recorded42,396 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJO 359J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,396 miles

Oil leak ()

all four tyres cracking

Fail 19 Jun 2017 42,396 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Oil leak ()

all four tyres cracking

Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,222 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 42,152 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 42,152 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 42,065 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 42,001 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 42,001 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak

offside rack end worn

Pass 14 Jun 2011 41,803 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 41,353 miles

both rack end ball joints worn

Pass 26 May 2009 41,069 miles

Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 May 2008 39,914 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 39,556 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005

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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PJO 359J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PJO 359J, 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 PJO 359J registered?

PJO 359J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 November 1970.

Is PJO 359J safe to buy?

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