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70 MGB

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,100 mi
Last recorded65,100 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2009
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration70 MGB
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2009 65,100 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 65,099 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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70 MGB is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 70 MGB, 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 70 MGB?

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What year was 70 MGB registered?

70 MGB is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 11 May 1970.

Is 70 MGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 70 MGB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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