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VAF 654H

1970 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,873 mi
Last recorded65,873 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAF 654H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 65,873 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 65,688 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,448 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 65,111 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 65,111 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 64,742 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 64,473 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 64,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 63,842 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 63,576 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 62,996 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 62,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 62,690 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 62,257 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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VAF 654H is a 1970 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VAF 654H, 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 VAF 654H?

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What year was VAF 654H registered?

VAF 654H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 14 May 1970.

Is VAF 654H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAF 654H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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