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RYS 700

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

924 mi
Last recorded924 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYS 700
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 924 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 923 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 922 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 920 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 914 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 911 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 901 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 900 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 899 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 899 miles

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 897 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 896 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 883 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 871 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 870 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 828 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 657 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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RYS 700 is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 RYS 700, 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 RYS 700?

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What year was RYS 700 registered?

RYS 700 is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1970.

Is RYS 700 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYS 700 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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