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WPW 486H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,367 mi
Last recorded9,367 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPW 486H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 9,367 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 7,283 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 3,744 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 3,681 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 3,602 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 3,558 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 3,449 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 3,444 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 3,433 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 3,205 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 3,106 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 3,057 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 2,952 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 2,951 miles

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 2,746 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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WPW 486H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WPW 486H, 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 WPW 486H?

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What year was WPW 486H registered?

WPW 486H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 17 March 1970.

Is WPW 486H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPW 486H shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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