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683 WNO

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,925 mi
Last recorded95,925 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration683 WNO
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 95,925 miles

Central Lower Oil leak between gearbox/engine. ()

Pass 15 Apr 2017 95,886 miles

hand brake just meets mot requirements

Pass 19 Apr 2016 95,808 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 95,773 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Oil leak

battery box slightly detorated

sreering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel

Fail 16 Apr 2014 95,505 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise battery cradle corroding

Pass 16 Apr 2014 95,505 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise battery cradle corroding

Pass 26 Apr 2013 95,037 miles

Oil leak

advise battery cradle corroding and battery secured with bunjee cord

Fail 26 Apr 2013 95,029 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

advise battery cradle corroding and battery secured with bunjee cord

Pass 3 May 2012 94,646 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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683 WNO is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 683 WNO, 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 48 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 683 WNO?

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What year was 683 WNO registered?

683 WNO is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is 683 WNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 683 WNO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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