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LWN 231P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,531 mi
Last recorded27,531 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWN 231P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 27,531 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 27,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 27,358 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 27,358 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 27,286 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,212 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 26,964 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,650 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2011 26,251 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 26,080 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 26,080 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 26,047 miles

Front Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

N/S/F Slight Play In Kingpin.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,860 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 25,855 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 25,764 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 25,759 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LWN 231P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LWN 231P, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWN 231P?

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What year was LWN 231P registered?

LWN 231P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 12 April 1976.

Is LWN 231P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWN 231P shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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