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402 SWC

1963 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,431 mi
Last recorded15,431 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1963 MG B28,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration402 SWC
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 15,431 miles

all four tyres perishing

offside and nearside lower wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Jul 2019 15,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 15,422 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 15,412 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 15,390 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 29 Jun 2016 15,251 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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402 SWC is a 1963 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1963 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 28,492 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 402 SWC, 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 63 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 402 SWC?

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What year was 402 SWC registered?

402 SWC is a 1963 MG B, first registered on 10 October 1963.

Is 402 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 402 SWC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 402 SWC have outstanding finance?

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