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UBC 404H

1970 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,776 mi
Last recorded20,776 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B Roadster32,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBC 404H
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 20,776 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 20,775 miles

nsr tyre cracking on inner wall

Pass 20 Feb 2014 20,762 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 20,762 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 20,588 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,570 miles

front discs pitted

Fail 4 May 2011 20,569 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs pitted

Pass 19 Jul 2010 20,567 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 20,566 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 6 May 2010 20,565 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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UBC 404H is a 1970 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1970 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,695 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UBC 404H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UBC 404H registered?

UBC 404H is a 1970 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is UBC 404H safe to buy?

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