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Red · Petrol · 1964 · 1,798 cc

9702 RUMOT history

9702 RU is a red petrol MG B first used on 9 Jan 1964. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,474 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
9702 RU
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
B
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1964
First used
9 Jan 1964
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

9702 RU was last recorded at 94,474 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 1,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,689 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,785 miles
Average per year
510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,474 miles
  • 2025 – 92,689 miles
  • 2024 – 92,294 miles
  • 2023 – 91,927 miles
  • 2022 – 91,665 miles
  • 2021 – 91,067 miles
  • 2020 – 90,700 miles
  • 2019 – 88,831 miles
  • 2018 – 87,420 miles
  • 2017 – 87,136 miles
  • 2016 – 87,011 miles
  • 2015 – 86,564 miles
  • 2014 – 86,265 miles
  • 2013 – 86,252 miles
  • 2012 – 86,074 miles
  • 2011 – 85,513 miles
  • 2010 – 85,334 miles
  • 2009 – 85,095 miles
  • 2008 – 84,953 miles
  • 2007 – 84,694 miles
  • 2006 – 84,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,474 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,474 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,474 miles
    Test number
    498271728310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,689 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,689 miles
    Test number
    134990956503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,294 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,294 miles
    Test number
    485738089233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,927 miles (+262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,927 miles
    Test number
    373783371024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,665 miles (+598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,665 miles
    Test number
    636658788298
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive HUB SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,067 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,067 miles
    Test number
    636101829466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,065 miles (+365)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    385726221255
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass90,700 miles (+151)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,700 miles
    Test number
    563819019961
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil

  9. Fail90,549 miles (+1,718)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    578614227619
    • DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil

  10. Pass88,831 miles (+1,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    549917906141
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass87,420 miles (+284)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,420 miles
    Test number
    202655505222
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass87,136 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,136 miles
    Test number
    238206652075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,011 miles (+447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    547402068570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack joints
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak o/s/r backplate

  14. Pass86,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,564 miles
    Test number
    217990175023
    • AdvisoryInner Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOuter Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Fail86,564 miles (+299)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,564 miles
    Test number
    977060075018
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOuter Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass86,265 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,265 miles
    Test number
    537974114126
    • NoteN/s rear wheel hub bearing slight rough when rotating.

  17. Pass86,252 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    695224113124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,074 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,074 miles
    Test number
    467626912173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,513 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    85,513 miles
    Test number
    217017811185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,334 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    85,334 miles
    Test number
    161005000412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,095 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    85,095 miles
    Test number
    833904839164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,953 miles (+259)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,953 miles
    Test number
    282126738131
    • NoteEngine oil leaks, headlamp aims just withinsetlimits, inner sillsand floorsawkward to inspect due to thick carpet, nsf tyre tread well worn, surface rust on some brake pipes, osrwiring loom underneath car needs securing.
    • NoteVehicleunderside rusting, slight hole osf floor, slightest possible drag whenrearwheels spun.

  23. Pass84,694 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    84,694 miles
    Test number
    801003127110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,690 miles (+571)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,690 miles
    Test number
    874801427164
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass84,119 miles (+2)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    84,119 miles
    Test number
    284835726184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE HAS SURFACE CRACKS
    • NoteOIL LEAK
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK
    • NoteSTEERING NOISE AT STEERING WHEEL

  26. Fail84,117 miles3 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    413314526122
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE HAS SURFACE CRACKS
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK
    • NoteSTEERING NOISY AT STEERING WHEEL
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about 9702 RU

What vehicle is registration 9702 RU currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 9702 RU on a red petrol MG B first used on 9 Jan 1964. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 9702 RU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 9702 RU is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 9702 RU?
The MOT on 9702 RU is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 9702 RU done?
9702 RU was recorded at 94,474 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 510 miles a year.
Has 9702 RU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 9702 RU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on 9702 RU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 9702 RU find?
9702 RU passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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