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RWU 603K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,929 mi
Last recorded75,929 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWU 603K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 75,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 75,735 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,496 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 75,086 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 74,259 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

light scratches in windscreen

nearside steering rack worb inner joint but serviceable

offside front wing corroded at lower edge

Fail 2 Jul 2014 74,259 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside steering rack worb inner joint but serviceable

offside front wing corroded at lower edge

Pass 26 Jul 2013 74,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

near side axle check strap perised

off side front wing lower corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2012 72,983 miles

both front tyres side wall cracking & nearside rear side wall cracking

Fail 27 Jul 2012 72,983 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres side wall cracking & nearside rear side wall cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2011 72,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear axle check straps perished

Fail 19 Jul 2011 72,148 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear axle check straps perished

Pass 6 Apr 2010 71,660 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 71,660 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 71,305 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 71,001 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 71,001 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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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RWU 603K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 RWU 603K, 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 54 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 RWU 603K registered?

RWU 603K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 23 March 1972.

Is RWU 603K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWU 603K shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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