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UOB 308H

1970 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,576 mi
Last recorded15,576 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOB 308H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 15,576 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 13,039 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 10,131 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 9,949 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 6,341 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 5,478 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 4,924 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 2,483 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 3,237 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly worn

Pass 27 Mar 2017 8,244 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 7,134 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 1,803 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 3,548 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 61,549 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play/movement in both inner steering rack arm joints

Pass 19 Mar 2012 57,053 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 53,931 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 49,527 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2010 49,457 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Inner Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 46,162 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 46,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 43,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 43,557 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 39,232 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 36,652 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

beginning to corrode at n/s/r spring hanger

brake pipes greased

oil leak at gearbox

oil leak at n/s/r hub

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 308H is a 1970 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UOB 308H, 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 UOB 308H registered?

UOB 308H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 20 April 1970.

Is UOB 308H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOB 308H shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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