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VAP 308H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,128 mi
Last recorded3,128 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAP 308H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 3,128 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 3,086 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 2,975 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 2,932 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 2,783 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2013 2,438 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 1,887 miles

Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 24 May 2012 1,887 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 1,665 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 1,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 548 miles

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

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

Oil leak

oil level just on minimum level

Pass 19 Jun 2008 99,493 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 98,714 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 98,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 97,930 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VAP 308H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VAP 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 VAP 308H registered?

VAP 308H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is VAP 308H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAP 308H shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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