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SWL 967J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,406 mi
Last recorded22,406 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWL 967J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 22,406 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Axle bump strap bracket loose.

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,214 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,071 miles

Nearside Front steering rack gaiter deteriorating

slight play o/s/front king pin

Pass 13 Apr 2015 21,624 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,466 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 6,241 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 6,196 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 5,866 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 5,687 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 5,675 miles

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

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F WHEEL.

Pass 10 May 2008 5,455 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 5,365 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 5,206 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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SWL 967J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SWL 967J, 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 SWL 967J registered?

SWL 967J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 June 1971.

Is SWL 967J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWL 967J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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