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WAW 197K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

3,603 mi
Last recorded3,603 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAW 197K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 3,603 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 3,440 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 3,395 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 3,294 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 3,102 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 2,817 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2011 1,868 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2009 1,030 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2008 443 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 407 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 406 miles

Rear Lower Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 5,512 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 5,456 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 5,412 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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WAW 197K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WAW 197K, 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 WAW 197K?

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What year was WAW 197K registered?

WAW 197K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is WAW 197K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAW 197K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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