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VRP 888H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

46,472 mi
Last recorded46,472 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRP 888H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 46,472 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 46,072 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2024 45,833 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 45,825 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 45,044 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 45,044 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 44,377 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 43,636 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 43,048 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,100 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 40,919 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 39,736 miles

Slight knocking in steering and free ply.

Pass 4 Apr 2016 38,679 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 37,376 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 35,409 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 35,409 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 33,466 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 31,654 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 31,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 29,881 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 28,207 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 27,102 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,669 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 25,669 miles

Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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VRP 888H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 VRP 888H, 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 VRP 888H registered?

VRP 888H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 30 April 1970.

Is VRP 888H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRP 888H shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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