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LWR 550K

1971 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,408 mi
Last recorded41,408 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWR 550K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 41,408 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 41,294 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 41,278 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 41,125 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 40,758 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 40,725 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 40,176 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 39,007 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 37,490 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,915 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 34,512 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 34,512 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,654 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 32,760 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 32,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 31,082 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 30,294 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 30,170 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 28,596 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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LWR 550K is a 1971 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWR 550K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWR 550K?

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What year was LWR 550K registered?

LWR 550K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is LWR 550K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWR 550K shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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