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WGE 502H

1970 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

6,266 mi
Last recorded6,266 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGE 502H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 6,266 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 6,256 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 5,911 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

chassis damaged at o/s/f but still sound and not affecting brakes and steering

slight binding at rear wheels.

wiper function becoming slow.

Pass 19 May 2016 5,411 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 5,188 miles

Scratches at o/s of screen.

Pass 2 May 2014 4,133 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

vehicle has had a heavy coating of underseal covering the brake pipes and floor area and suspension parts

vehicle has had welding to the chassis and under flooring

Fail 24 Apr 2014 4,132 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

vehicle has had a heavy coating of underseal covering the brake pipes and floor area and suspension parts

vehicle has had welding to the chassis and under flooring

Pass 13 May 2013 1,889 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 969 miles

Rear springs becoming weak.

Pass 11 May 2011 69,381 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 61,328 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 97,664 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 56,672 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 56,672 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 96,179 miles

Corrossion forming at o/s outer edge of floor pan.

Pass 17 May 2006 85,204 miles

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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WGE 502H is a 1970 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WGE 502H, 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 WGE 502H registered?

WGE 502H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 3 June 1970.

Is WGE 502H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGE 502H shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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