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555 BCX

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,186 mi
Last recorded35,186 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration555 BCX
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 35,186 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 34,621 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 29,373 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 26,798 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 25,092 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 22,018 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 19,551 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 15,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 8,950 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 5,223 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 5,219 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 24 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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555 BCX is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 555 BCX, 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 555 BCX?

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What year was 555 BCX registered?

555 BCX is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 4 September 1970.

Is 555 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 555 BCX 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 555 BCX have outstanding finance?

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