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ATG 40H

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 3942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,360 mi
Last recorded51,360 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATG 40H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,942cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 51,360 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2024 53,151 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 51,250 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 51,141 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 51,133 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage fouling fouling exhaust (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 51,070 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 51,007 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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ATG 40H is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 3,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ATG 40H, 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 ATG 40H?

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What year was ATG 40H registered?

ATG 40H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 2 July 1970.

Is ATG 40H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATG 40H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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