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MWB 505K

1971 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,379 mi
Last recorded22,379 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWB 505K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 22,379 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,375 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 22,373 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 22,370 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,365 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 22,292 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 22,291 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 22,184 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,562 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hazzard warning lights inop [not required by regulation 1st april 1986 on ]

o/s/f exterior door handle insecure on door panel

slight play in n/s/f king pin assembly

slight play in o/s/f king pin assembly

Pass 11 Nov 2008 19,566 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 19,566 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 13 Nov 2007 18,032 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 18,032 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 17,990 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,856 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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MWB 505K is a 1971 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MWB 505K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWB 505K registered?

MWB 505K is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 12 November 1971.

Is MWB 505K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWB 505K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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