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DEH 186H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,224 mi
Last recorded44,224 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEH 186H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 44,224 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 43,468 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 43,448 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 43,146 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 42,918 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 42,916 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 42,804 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight oil leak

Fail 8 May 2015 42,804 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2014 42,603 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,481 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 42,473 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,418 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 42,409 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 42,399 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 42,288 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 42,280 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 42,204 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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DEH 186H 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 82.4%.

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 DEH 186H, 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 DEH 186H?

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What year was DEH 186H registered?

DEH 186H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 5 March 1970.

Is DEH 186H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEH 186H shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DEH 186H have outstanding finance?

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