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BLA 583H

1970 MG MG

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,469 mi
Last recorded25,469 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 MG MG25,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLA 583H
MakeMG
ModelMG
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 25,469 miles

Underbody surface rust including all suspension components, body, axles / subframes & mechanical components

Vehicle underbody covered with underseal / wax oil preservative

Pass 16 Aug 2024 24,977 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 24,965 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted fouling lower suspension arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted fouling rear drive shaft (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,527 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed buckle webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 24,527 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed buckle webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2014 22,702 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,375 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,848 miles

How Reliable is the MG MG?

Based on 2,574 MOT tests across 373 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
373
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 95
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 72
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BLA 583H is a 1970 MG MG in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 MG MG models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 25,469 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 MG fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLA 583H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG MG typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this MG MG is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLA 583H registered?

BLA 583H is a 1970 MG MG, first registered on 8 May 1970.

Is BLA 583H safe to buy?

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