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260 HPO

1962 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,230 mi
Last recorded14,230 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1962 MG B18,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration260 HPO
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 14,230 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 13,133 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 11,904 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 10,472 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 9,405 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,064 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 7,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 7,754 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 6,797 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 6,219 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 5,880 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 5,778 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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260 HPO is a 1962 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 18,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 260 HPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 64 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 260 HPO?

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What year was 260 HPO registered?

260 HPO is a 1962 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1962.

Is 260 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 260 HPO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 260 HPO have outstanding finance?

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