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GWE 737J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,775 mi
Last recorded33,775 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWE 737J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 33,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Various Components Greased Or Undersealed

Pass 14 May 2018 30,662 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,768 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 23,074 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 21,076 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,778 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,055 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 15,055 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 10,913 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 754 miles

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

front brake pads worn

offside front tyre worn on inner tread

Pass 22 Apr 2010 1,948 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside front tyre worn on inner tread

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 5 May 2009 98,316 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 93,225 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 86,836 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 81,180 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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GWE 737J 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 GWE 737J, 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 GWE 737J registered?

GWE 737J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 5 November 1970.

Is GWE 737J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWE 737J 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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