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XTD 538H

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,129 mi
Last recorded61,129 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTD 538H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 61,129 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 61,129 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 61,090 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 61,090 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 61,082 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 61,082 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,073 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 61,074 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 61,055 miles

OIL LEAKING FROM OFFSIDE & NEARSIDE REAR HUBS

Pass 6 Oct 2008 61,042 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 61,021 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 61,008 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 60,968 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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XTD 538H is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XTD 538H, 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 XTD 538H?

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What year was XTD 538H registered?

XTD 538H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is XTD 538H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTD 538H shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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