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UOB 160H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

3,796 mi
Last recorded3,796 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOB 160H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2026 3,796 miles

Central Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead behind centre console (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead under dash by steering column (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front spring mount plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill end closing patch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 3,398 miles

Nearside Front Kingpin slight lift

Fail 7 Apr 2025 3,398 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Kingpin slight lift

Pass 24 Jan 2024 2,895 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 2,895 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 82,117 miles

Brake lights intermittently "sticking" on

Nearside Front Upper Suspension trunion has slight play/movement

Nearside Rear Inner Sill showing age related corrosion within rear suspension mounting perscribed area

Offside Steering rack gaiter badly deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2019 81,728 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 81,695 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 81,695 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 81,439 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 81,425 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 81,318 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 81,246 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 81,246 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 80,776 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 80,276 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 80,245 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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UOB 160H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UOB 160H, 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.

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What year was UOB 160H registered?

UOB 160H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 2 April 1970.

Is UOB 160H safe to buy?

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