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XWO 55J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,882 mi
Last recorded34,882 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWO 55J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 34,882 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 33,098 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 33,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 33,084 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,037 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 32,778 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 322,318 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 31,052 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 31,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,808 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,596 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 30,094 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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XWO 55J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XWO 55J, 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 XWO 55J?

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What year was XWO 55J registered?

XWO 55J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 11 December 1970.

Is XWO 55J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWO 55J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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