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GOO 889H

1970 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,505 mi
Last recorded58,505 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOO 889H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 58,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 58,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 58,086 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 57,638 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 56,703 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 56,080 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 56,080 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 55,645 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 54,729 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

OSF Floor rail has slight corrosion around drain hole

Slight play in NSF Kingpin

Pass 25 Apr 2013 52,866 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,308 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 44,180 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 42,781 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 40,612 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 39,454 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 38,079 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,360 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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GOO 889H is a 1970 MG B in Bronze 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 GOO 889H, 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 GOO 889H?

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What year was GOO 889H registered?

GOO 889H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 14 May 1970.

Is GOO 889H safe to buy?

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