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WCD 541K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,998 mi
Last recorded4,998 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCD 541K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 4,998 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 4,752 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 4,547 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 4,408 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 4,408 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 4,347 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 4,324 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 4,315 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 4,303 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 4,315 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 4,245 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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WCD 541K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WCD 541K, 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 WCD 541K?

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What year was WCD 541K registered?

WCD 541K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is WCD 541K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCD 541K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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