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VMO 988H

1970 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,442 mi
Last recorded28,442 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMO 988H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,442 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 28,417 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 27,958 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 27,948 miles

All position lamps not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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VMO 988H is a 1970 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VMO 988H, 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 VMO 988H?

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What year was VMO 988H registered?

VMO 988H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 23 March 1970.

Is VMO 988H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMO 988H shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMO 988H have outstanding finance?

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