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VKB 226H

1970 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,472 mi
Last recorded54,472 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKB 226H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2017 54,472 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 52,935 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 51,312 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 50,111 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 48,483 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 47,046 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 44,875 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 44,415 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2006 41,684 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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VKB 226H is a 1970 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VKB 226H, 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 VKB 226H?

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What year was VKB 226H registered?

VKB 226H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 10 April 1970.

Is VKB 226H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKB 226H shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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