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NS 2888

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,577 mi
Last recorded85,577 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNS 2888
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 85,577 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 85,367 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 85,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 85,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside centre outrigger corroded

offside front floor corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2013 85,038 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

offside centre outrigger corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2013 85,038 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

offside centre outrigger corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2012 84,920 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 84,920 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2011 84,874 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front floor corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2010 84,841 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 84,565 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 84,565 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 84,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside front floor corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2007 83,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 83,024 miles

offside front floor corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2005 82,924 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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NS 2888 is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NS 2888, 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 NS 2888?

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What year was NS 2888 registered?

NS 2888 is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 26 August 1970.

Is NS 2888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NS 2888 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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