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SWY 491M

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,838 mi
Last recorded5,838 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWY 491M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2018 5,838 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 5,819 miles

slight play in nearside lower trunuion joint

Pass 6 Aug 2015 5,710 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 5,659 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 8,827 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 5,584 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight binding osf brake. nsr handbrake slighty low

Pass 14 May 2010 5,569 miles

osf brake binding slightly. slight play in nsf king pin

Pass 19 Jun 2009 5,478 miles

slight binding of both rear brakes

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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SWY 491M is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SWY 491M, 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 SWY 491M registered?

SWY 491M is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SWY 491M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWY 491M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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