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FFM 505H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,436 mi
Last recorded11,436 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFM 505H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 11,436 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 11,166 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 11,166 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

rear propshaft blots insecure

Pass 24 Jul 2012 10,891 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2011 10,519 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 10,236 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 9,731 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 9,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,051 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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FFM 505H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FFM 505H, 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 FFM 505H?

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What year was FFM 505H registered?

FFM 505H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is FFM 505H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFM 505H shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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