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XNX 74H

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,300 mi
Last recorded11,300 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNX 74H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 11,300 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 10,656 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing slightly on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle/hub seal leaking

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox/overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,399 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 9,083 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 8,315 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 8,103 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 7,950 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 7,917 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

rear brake drums slightly damp with diff oil

Pass 21 Jun 2014 7,723 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 7,462 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 7,282 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 7,282 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 7,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,796 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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XNX 74H is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XNX 74H, 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 XNX 74H?

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What year was XNX 74H registered?

XNX 74H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 17 April 1970.

Is XNX 74H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNX 74H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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