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BGO 642H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,533 mi
Last recorded47,533 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGO 642H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 47,533 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 47,267 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 46,846 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 46,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,148 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 45,728 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 45,222 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 44,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,297 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 43,977 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 43,584 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 43,118 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 42,662 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 42,427 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,961 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 41,553 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 41,188 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 40,966 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 40,751 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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BGO 642H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 BGO 642H, 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 BGO 642H?

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What year was BGO 642H registered?

BGO 642H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 29 May 1970.

Is BGO 642H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGO 642H shows 19 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 BGO 642H have outstanding finance?

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