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WAW 357K

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,696 mi
Last recorded15,696 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAW 357K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 15,696 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 15,695 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 15,425 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 14,927 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 14,753 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 13,961 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 13,306 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 12,535 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 11,937 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 11,016 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 10,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 9,654 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 9,185 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 8,816 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,274 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 7,544 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 6,980 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 6,312 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 5,355 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 357K is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 357K, 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 WAW 357K registered?

WAW 357K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is WAW 357K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAW 357K shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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