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LWT 380K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,002 mi
Last recorded22,002 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWT 380K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,002 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

both head lamp patterns poor

Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,597 miles

both headlamp patterns poor

fuel pipe from pump hanging low

fuel pipe from tank hanging down very close to parking brake cable

wires from fuel tank sender unit hanging very close to rear suspension

Fail 9 Jul 2016 21,595 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both headlamp patterns poor

fuel pipe from pump hanging low

fuel pipe from tank hanging down very close to parking brake cable

wires from fuel tank sender unit hanging very close to rear suspension

Pass 6 Aug 2015 21,259 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 21,254 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,214 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 21,112 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 21,024 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,469 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 20,200 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 19,792 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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LWT 380K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LWT 380K, 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

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What year was LWT 380K registered?

LWT 380K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is LWT 380K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWT 380K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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