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BWD 269J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,139 mi
Last recorded23,139 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWD 269J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 23,139 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,618 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 21,626 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 20,920 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 20,919 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 20,688 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 20,487 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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BWD 269J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 BWD 269J, 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 55 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 BWD 269J?

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What year was BWD 269J registered?

BWD 269J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is BWD 269J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWD 269J shows 7 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 BWD 269J have outstanding finance?

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