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GWL 555N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,581 mi
Last recorded15,581 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWL 555N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 15,581 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 14,752 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 13,295 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 12,638 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 10,716 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 10,204 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 9,522 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2007 9,355 miles

Oil leak

advise front wiper blade replacement

advise park brake adjustment

slight side movement in brake pedal

Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,945 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 8,945 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2005 7,555 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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GWL 555N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 GWL 555N, 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 51 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 GWL 555N registered?

GWL 555N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1975.

Is GWL 555N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWL 555N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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