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PWV 565H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,105 mi
Last recorded79,105 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWV 565H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 79,105 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 79,099 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 79,093 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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PWV 565H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PWV 565H, 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 PWV 565H?

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What year was PWV 565H registered?

PWV 565H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is PWV 565H safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWV 565H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWV 565H have outstanding finance?

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