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XUD 498J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,679 mi
Last recorded89,679 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUD 498J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2017 89,679 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 88,964 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 88,410 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 88,181 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 87,706 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 87,324 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 86,894 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 85,897 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 85,202 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 84,532 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 83,697 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack

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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XUD 498J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XUD 498J, 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 XUD 498J?

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What year was XUD 498J registered?

XUD 498J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is XUD 498J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUD 498J shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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