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BYL 586H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,042 mi
Last recorded13,042 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYL 586H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 13,042 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 13,042 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 11,025 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

no hazard warning switch found

rear axle differential has a slight leak

Pass 24 Sep 2018 6,326 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 4,680 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 4,521 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 4,369 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 4,207 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 3,911 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 3,729 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 3,432 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 3,286 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 2,804 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 2,168 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 1,123 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 586H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BYL 586H, 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 586H registered?

BYL 586H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 3 July 1970.

Is BYL 586H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYL 586H shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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