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GWN 566L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,918 mi
Last recorded79,918 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWN 566L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 79,918 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 76,802 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 75,394 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 74,962 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 74,791 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 74,598 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 74,282 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 73,920 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 73,550 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 72,983 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 72,714 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 72,426 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 72,084 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 71,447 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 70,643 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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GWN 566L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 GWN 566L, 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 54 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 GWN 566L?

You can check the full history of GWN 566L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GWN 566L registered?

GWN 566L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is GWN 566L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWN 566L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWN 566L have outstanding finance?

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