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TEL 389H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,075 mi
Last recorded18,075 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEL 389H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,075 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 18,075 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure front (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 18,045 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 18,028 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 17,976 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,869 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 17,869 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 17,845 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 17,752 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 17,724 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 17,404 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 17,253 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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TEL 389H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TEL 389H, 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 TEL 389H?

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What year was TEL 389H registered?

TEL 389H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is TEL 389H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEL 389H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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