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BOB 524B

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,540 mi
Last recorded24,540 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOB 524B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2018 24,540 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 24,452 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,129 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,209 miles

brake pipes greased

slight leak from rear diff

Pass 1 Apr 2014 23,193 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 23,110 miles

very slight play in front roll bar bushes

Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,099 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 22,732 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,331 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 21,875 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 21,359 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 20,849 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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BOB 524B is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BOB 524B, 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 BOB 524B?

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What year was BOB 524B registered?

BOB 524B is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is BOB 524B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOB 524B shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOB 524B have outstanding finance?

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