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FWB 443H

1970 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,669 mi
Last recorded32,669 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWB 443H
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 32,669 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 32,355 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 31,231 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 30,811 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 30,809 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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FWB 443H is a 1970 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWB 443H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWB 443H?

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What year was FWB 443H registered?

FWB 443H is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 July 1970.

Is FWB 443H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWB 443H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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