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KWU 400J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

59,200 mi
Last recorded59,200 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWU 400J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 59,200 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 59,206 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 59,200 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2014 59,200 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 59,200 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Fail 21 May 2010 59,200 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 99,211 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 99,210 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 59,280 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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KWU 400J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KWU 400J, 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 KWU 400J?

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What year was KWU 400J registered?

KWU 400J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1971.

Is KWU 400J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWU 400J shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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