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LWR 226H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,471 mi
Last recorded20,471 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWR 226H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 20,471 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 18,990 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 18,867 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 18,584 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 18,482 miles

Nearside rear axle oil seal leaking.

Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,476 miles

underside undersealed

Pass 21 Jun 2012 18,445 miles

vehical underside undersealed

Fail 7 Jun 2011 18,064 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 18,064 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,821 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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LWR 226H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LWR 226H, 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

How do I check the history of LWR 226H?

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What year was LWR 226H registered?

LWR 226H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 27 July 1970.

Is LWR 226H safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWR 226H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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