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RFR 503H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,010 mi
Last recorded84,010 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFR 503H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 84,010 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle hub oil seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

spare wheel flat

Fail 3 Jul 2023 84,010 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle hub oil seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

spare wheel flat

Pass 9 Aug 2017 83,410 miles

Nearside Rear axle to hub seal leaking

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking due to age (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 83,410 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear axle to hub seal leaking

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking due to age (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 83,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 83,053 miles

SLIGHT PLAY N/S/FRONT LOWER TRUNION

Pass 30 Jul 2014 82,664 miles

n/s/r battery not fixed properly

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

radiator showing signs of water loss

Fail 26 Jul 2014 82,664 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r battery not fixed properly

radiator showing signs of water loss

Fail 10 Jun 2013 82,121 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight oil leak on nearside rear hub oil seal

Pass 10 Jun 2013 82,121 miles

slight oil leak on nearside rear hub oil seal

Pass 19 Jun 2012 81,462 miles

nearside rear hub damp wiyh axle oil

Pass 14 Jun 2011 80,856 miles

N/S/FRONT LOWER TRUNION SLIGHT PLAY

SLIGHT SIDE PLAY BRAKE PEDAL

Pass 8 Jun 2010 79,846 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2009 79,046 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

SLIGHT PLAY N/S/FRONT LOWER TRUNION

Pass 2 Jun 2008 78,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear hub oil leaking

offside battery insecure

Pass 15 Jun 2007 77,400 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 77,400 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

O/S/FRONT CHASSIS RAIL DAMAGED REAR FLOOR PANS WELDED

Pass 10 May 2006 76,654 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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RFR 503H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RFR 503H, 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 RFR 503H registered?

RFR 503H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 3 April 1970.

Is RFR 503H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFR 503H shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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