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CYU 229H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,433 mi
Last recorded7,433 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYU 229H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 7,433 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 7,210 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 6,414 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 5,972 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 5,348 miles

centre exhaust bracket unbonded

Pass 15 Jul 2016 4,580 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 4,021 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 3,539 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 3,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 2,019 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 428 miles

Slight play in N/S/F lower "trunnion"

Fail 7 Jul 2011 42,224 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,224 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,816 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 38,595 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 37,024 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,000 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 32,416 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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CYU 229H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CYU 229H, 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 CYU 229H?

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What year was CYU 229H registered?

CYU 229H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 19 February 1970.

Is CYU 229H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYU 229H shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYU 229H have outstanding finance?

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