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NCW 987H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,245 mi
Last recorded25,245 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCW 987H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 25,245 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 24,490 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 24,106 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 24,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 23,653 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 23,073 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 23,073 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 22,658 miles

front wish bone bushes worn

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,075 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,339 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 21,285 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,604 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 19,653 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 18,283 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 17,193 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 15,650 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 15,650 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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NCW 987H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NCW 987H, 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

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What year was NCW 987H registered?

NCW 987H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 13 July 1970.

Is NCW 987H safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCW 987H shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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