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UPY 206J

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,696 mi
Last recorded35,696 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPY 206J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 35,696 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 34,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 32,375 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 31,819 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 31,633 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 31,286 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 30,586 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 29,778 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 29,265 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 27,616 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 27,289 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 26,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

nearside wiper in poor condition

Pass 19 May 2008 25,988 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2007 25,112 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 23,729 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wipers are starting to split.

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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UPY 206J 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 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 UPY 206J, 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 UPY 206J registered?

UPY 206J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is UPY 206J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPY 206J shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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