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VHJ 498H

1970 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,926 mi
Last recorded91,926 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 498H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 91,926 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 91,887 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 91,829 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 91,751 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 91,557 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

O/s rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 30 Sep 2010 91,471 miles

Slight exhaust leaks from multiple areas

Fail 23 Sep 2010 91,469 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Slight exhaust leaks from multiple areas

Pass 18 Sep 2009 91,300 miles

Exhaust has slight pin holes

O/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Sep 2008 91,059 miles

N/s front side repeater inoperative

Rear exhaust joining pipe is pin holed

Wipers clear screen poorly

Pass 14 Jun 2007 90,947 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 90,945 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fluid leak from around O/s rear hub area

Pass 6 Jun 2006 90,762 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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VHJ 498H is a 1970 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VHJ 498H, 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 VHJ 498H?

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What year was VHJ 498H registered?

VHJ 498H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 13 May 1970.

Is VHJ 498H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHJ 498H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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