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RAG 462H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

59,098 mi
Last recorded59,098 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAG 462H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 59,098 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 58,728 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrode near castle rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2024 58,721 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrode near castle rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 58,614 miles

Nearside Front Inner sill corroded but not adversely affecting body structure

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 57,614 miles

Nearside Front Inner Sill corroded but not adversely affecting body structure

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 56,914 miles

Nearside Front Inner sill corroded but not adversely affecting body structure

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 55,638 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 54,797 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 54,797 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 53,749 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 53,182 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 52,467 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,390 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 50,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 50,273 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 50,007 miles

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

Nearside coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 50,007 miles

Nearside coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 49,712 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 48,954 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 48,737 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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RAG 462H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RAG 462H, 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 RAG 462H registered?

RAG 462H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 26 May 1970.

Is RAG 462H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAG 462H shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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