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LWX 291K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,103 mi
Last recorded10,103 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWX 291K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,103 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 9,972 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 9,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 9,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 9,746 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 9,725 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 9,725 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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LWX 291K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LWX 291K, 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 LWX 291K?

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What year was LWX 291K registered?

LWX 291K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 22 September 1971.

Is LWX 291K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWX 291K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWX 291K have outstanding finance?

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