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261 SKP

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,010 mi
Last recorded70,010 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration261 SKP
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 70,010 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 69,909 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 69,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Rear prop shaft universal joint has slight play

Pass 12 Aug 2014 69,745 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 69,689 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 69,446 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 69,445 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 May 2011 69,355 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 69,236 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 8 May 2009 69,064 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2009 69,064 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 69,048 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 69,009 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 69,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2006 68,741 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 68,718 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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261 SKP is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 261 SKP, 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 56 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 261 SKP?

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What year was 261 SKP registered?

261 SKP is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is 261 SKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 261 SKP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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