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TUF 214J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,831 mi
Last recorded56,831 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUF 214J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 56,831 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Oil leak ()

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some corrosion to underside

Fail 12 Oct 2017 56,830 miles

Central Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

some corrosion to underside

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Oil leak ()

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 55,956 miles

CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,658 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 55,174 miles

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

Oil leak

slight corrosion to underside and chassis

Fail 10 Jul 2014 55,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

slight corrosion to underside and chassis

Pass 16 Jul 2013 54,737 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 54,343 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 53,533 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 52,756 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 52,749 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,383 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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TUF 214J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TUF 214J, 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 TUF 214J registered?

TUF 214J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 29 October 1970.

Is TUF 214J safe to buy?

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