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VRD 49H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,391 mi
Last recorded32,391 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRD 49H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2018 32,391 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 32,084 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,494 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,211 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 30,620 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,592 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bulk head brace under o/s/f wing corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,565 miles

corrosion starting in o/s/f inner wing and bulkhead

Pass 19 Apr 2011 30,067 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 29,689 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2008 26,983 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 28,237 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 27,963 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 27,745 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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VRD 49H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VRD 49H, 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 VRD 49H?

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What year was VRD 49H registered?

VRD 49H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is VRD 49H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRD 49H shows 13 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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