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PKW 909J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,228 mi
Last recorded2,228 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKW 909J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 2,228 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 2,228 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 2,225 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down steering bush (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 1,965 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 1,408 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 998 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil, transmission oil, rear differential oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 682 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 543 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 99,906 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 99,134 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 98,643 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2016 98,643 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2015 97,399 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 94,825 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 91,938 miles

slight play in o/s king pin

Pass 22 Oct 2012 90,092 miles

Slight play in king-pins.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 86,881 miles

Slight play in o/s/f king-pin.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 85,639 miles

Slight play in o/s/f king pin.

Pass 27 Oct 2009 84,573 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 84,573 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 83,607 miles

Offside Rear Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside rear wheel binding slightly.

Pass 15 Oct 2007 81,863 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 80,824 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 79,812 miles

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

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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PKW 909J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PKW 909J, 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 PKW 909J registered?

PKW 909J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 7 August 1970.

Is PKW 909J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKW 909J shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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