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VHJ 313H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

89,097 mi
Last recorded89,097 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 313H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 89,097 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 89,097 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 89,016 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 89,008 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 88,761 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 88,761 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 88,652 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 88,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 88,257 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 87,676 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 86,967 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 86,967 miles

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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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VHJ 313H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 VHJ 313H, 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 VHJ 313H registered?

VHJ 313H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 28 April 1970.

Is VHJ 313H safe to buy?

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