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HGA 718L

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,703 mi
Last recorded6,703 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGA 718L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 6,703 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 5,443 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 5,443 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 5,351 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,206 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 5,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 4,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 4,156 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 3,457 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 3,383 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,260 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 3,149 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 2,961 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 2,893 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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HGA 718L is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HGA 718L, 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 HGA 718L?

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What year was HGA 718L registered?

HGA 718L is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 18 May 1970.

Is HGA 718L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGA 718L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGA 718L have outstanding finance?

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