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8816 NZ

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,898 mi
Last recorded100,898 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration8816 NZ
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2025 100,898 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 99,052 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 97,403 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2010 87,204 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 86,526 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 85,670 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 84,980 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 83,471 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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8816 NZ is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 8816 NZ, 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 8816 NZ?

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What year was 8816 NZ registered?

8816 NZ is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is 8816 NZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8816 NZ shows 8 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 8816 NZ have outstanding finance?

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