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BYL 265H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,375 mi
Last recorded64,375 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYL 265H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 64,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 64,128 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 64,128 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 64,001 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 57,232 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 55,409 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 54,863 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 53,187 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 53,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 51,783 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 51,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

n/s/rear brake back plate covered with fluid

Pass 21 Jul 2008 51,657 miles

n/s/r brake back plate slightly damp

Pass 9 Aug 2007 51,597 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 51,597 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 51,144 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 50,519 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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BYL 265H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BYL 265H, 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

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What year was BYL 265H registered?

BYL 265H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 26 June 1970.

Is BYL 265H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYL 265H shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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