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TWM 596K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,172 mi
Last recorded18,172 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWM 596K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 18,172 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 17,187 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 16,940 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 16,914 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 16,815 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 16,610 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 16,386 miles

osf , nsr and osr tyers perishing.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,642 miles

offside rear brake binding

Pass 7 Apr 2011 15,397 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 15,137 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 15,137 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 14,934 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,310 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 14,009 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 13,593 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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TWM 596K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 TWM 596K, 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 TWM 596K?

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What year was TWM 596K registered?

TWM 596K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is TWM 596K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWM 596K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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