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XHT 59H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,233 mi
Last recorded75,233 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHT 59H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 75,233 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 72,034 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 71,120 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 71,120 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 66,951 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 66,282 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 65,347 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 64,954 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 64,954 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 64,353 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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XHT 59H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XHT 59H, 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 XHT 59H?

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What year was XHT 59H registered?

XHT 59H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 20 May 1970.

Is XHT 59H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHT 59H shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XHT 59H have outstanding finance?

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