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XAE 670H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,527 mi
Last recorded11,527 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAE 670H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 11,527 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 10,465 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 9,536 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,500 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 8,951 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 8,951 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

ignition switch faulty

Pass 13 Jun 2014 8,415 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 8,415 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 8,104 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2012 7,807 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,771 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,568 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 6,975 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 6,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 4,658 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 3,916 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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XAE 670H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XAE 670H, 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 XAE 670H?

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What year was XAE 670H registered?

XAE 670H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 19 May 1970.

Is XAE 670H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAE 670H shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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