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KWA 578J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,610 mi
Last recorded27,610 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWA 578J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 27,610 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 26,685 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 25,542 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 23,120 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 20,387 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2013 20,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 17,428 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 14,899 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 12,029 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 8,691 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 5,361 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,214 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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KWA 578J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KWA 578J, 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 KWA 578J?

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What year was KWA 578J registered?

KWA 578J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 4 June 1971.

Is KWA 578J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWA 578J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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