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RGV 988H

1970 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,471 mi
Last recorded14,471 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb Roadster31,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGV 988H
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2006 14,471 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 14,471 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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RGV 988H is a 1970 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 31,491 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 Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGV 988H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RGV 988H registered?

RGV 988H is a 1970 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 12 June 1970.

Is RGV 988H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGV 988H shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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