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SLG 490H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,318 mi
Last recorded100,318 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLG 490H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 100,318 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 99,974 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 99,974 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 98,962 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 98,962 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 96,976 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 95,601 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 94,387 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 91,300 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 88,034 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 84,591 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 81,662 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 78,729 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 76,527 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 74,429 miles

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

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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SLG 490H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SLG 490H, 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 SLG 490H registered?

SLG 490H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 22 June 1970.

Is SLG 490H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLG 490H shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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