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OKX 291H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,327 mi
Last recorded29,327 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKX 291H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 29,327 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play I both front king pins

Slight play in rear diff when propshaft is rotated

Pass 8 Jun 2021 27,646 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,411 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 27,319 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 27,133 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,839 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,802 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 26,708 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 26,448 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 26,433 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 16 May 2011 26,190 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 26,181 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 26,181 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 26,162 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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OKX 291H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OKX 291H, 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 OKX 291H registered?

OKX 291H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 16 March 1970.

Is OKX 291H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKX 291H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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