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VDW 358K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,764 mi
Last recorded12,764 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDW 358K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 12,764 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 12,764 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,041 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 11,778 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 11,524 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 11,384 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 11,115 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 10,728 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,349 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 9,860 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,485 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,806 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,086 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 7,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,249 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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VDW 358K 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 VDW 358K, 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 VDW 358K registered?

VDW 358K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is VDW 358K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDW 358K 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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