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VKC 717H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,369 mi
Last recorded7,369 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKC 717H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 7,369 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 7,369 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 6,786 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing trunnion (2.5.B.1a)

Rear propshaft join slight wear

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 6,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing trunnion (2.5.B.1a)

Rear propshaft join slight wear

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 6,694 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 6,054 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 5,138 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 4,788 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 4,391 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 3,332 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 2,376 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 1,895 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 1,827 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 1,773 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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VKC 717H is a 1970 MG B in Green 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 VKC 717H, 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 VKC 717H registered?

VKC 717H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 2 April 1970.

Is VKC 717H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKC 717H 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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