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VBE 515J

1970 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,870 mi
Last recorded42,870 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBE 515J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2018 42,870 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 42,750 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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VBE 515J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 VBE 515J, 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 VBE 515J registered?

VBE 515J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 October 1970.

Is VBE 515J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBE 515J shows 2 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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