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836 XMG

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

5,147 mi
Last recorded5,147 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration836 XMG
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 5,147 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BORDERLINE FAILURE (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BORDERLINE FAILURE (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 4,960 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

fuel hose deteriorated (by front SU)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 4,217 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 3,430 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 2,430 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 38 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 38 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,220 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 23,193 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2009 21,517 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 18,478 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 18,478 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 15,181 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 11,753 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 11,632 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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836 XMG is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 836 XMG, 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 836 XMG?

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What year was 836 XMG registered?

836 XMG is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 17 March 1970.

Is 836 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 836 XMG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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