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BGX 795H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,959 mi
Last recorded8,959 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGX 795H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 8,959 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 6,663 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 6,478 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 6,478 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 6,473 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 6,317 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 6,049 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 4,885 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 May 2013 4,885 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2011 4,857 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 May 2011 4,857 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 4,803 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 4,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,870 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,671 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 4,092 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 4,092 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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BGX 795H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BGX 795H, 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 BGX 795H?

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What year was BGX 795H registered?

BGX 795H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 4 June 1970.

Is BGX 795H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGX 795H shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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