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CYU 144H

1970 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,598 mi
Last recorded65,598 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B GT39,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYU 144H
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 65,598 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 65,041 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 60,732 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 60,394 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 60,388 miles

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

1.chrome sill covers fitted t time of test 2.slight leak on near side rear hub seal 3.slight play in top steering column bush

Pass 29 Jun 2010 59,714 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 59,714 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 59,346 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 58,805 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 58,169 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 58,042 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 58,042 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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CYU 144H is a 1970 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 39,363 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYU 144H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CYU 144H?

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What year was CYU 144H registered?

CYU 144H is a 1970 MG B GT, first registered on 16 February 1970.

Is CYU 144H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYU 144H shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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