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VRY 550H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,196 mi
Last recorded7,196 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRY 550H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 7,196 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 6,695 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 5,479 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 4,519 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 9,999 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 99,999 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 99,999 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 99,999 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VRY 550H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VRY 550H, 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 VRY 550H?

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What year was VRY 550H registered?

VRY 550H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 17 April 1970.

Is VRY 550H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRY 550H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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