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VRX 233H

1969 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,961 mi
Last recorded16,961 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1969 MG B Roadster38,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRX 233H
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1969
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 16,961 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 16,710 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 16,725 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 16,724 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 16,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 16,093 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 15,985 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 15,872 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 15,872 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front King pin slight play.

Pass 23 Oct 2017 15,687 miles

Offside steering rack gaitor perished

Fail 23 Oct 2017 15,687 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (5.2.6)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2017 15,687 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (5.2.6)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 7,561 miles

oil leak

under body repaires and undersealed

wear front disc

Pass 22 Nov 2006 7,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside front chassis member and floor has been damaged in the past and is slightly distorted

Fail 15 Nov 2006 7,189 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside front chassis member and floor has been damaged in the past and is slightly distorted

slight corrosion to nearside front inner wing

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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VRX 233H is a 1969 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1969 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRX 233H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 57 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VRX 233H?

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What year was VRX 233H registered?

VRX 233H is a 1969 MG B Roadster, first registered on 3 September 1969.

Is VRX 233H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRX 233H shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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