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DGP 718H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,688 mi
Last recorded89,688 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGP 718H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 89,688 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 89,683 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 89,663 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 89,625 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 89,611 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 89,587 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 89,545 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 69,445 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 89,337 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 89,337 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 59,305 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 59,305 miles

Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 81,926 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 89,092 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DGP 718H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DGP 718H, 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 DGP 718H?

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What year was DGP 718H registered?

DGP 718H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 17 June 1970.

Is DGP 718H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGP 718H shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGP 718H have outstanding finance?

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