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VOT 869H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

11,449 mi
Last recorded11,449 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOT 869H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 11,449 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Half shaft weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 11,449 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 90% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Half shaft weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 11,413 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 11,324 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 11,324 miles

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

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

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,307 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 11,307 miles

Nearside Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack gaitor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front flexi brake hose rubbing on wheel on full left hand lock

Nearside Front wing corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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VOT 869H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VOT 869H, 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 VOT 869H?

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What year was VOT 869H registered?

VOT 869H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 15 May 1970.

Is VOT 869H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOT 869H shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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