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NWP 188T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

73,157 mi
Last recorded73,157 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWP 188T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2025 73,157 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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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NWP 188T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 NWP 188T, 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 47 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 NWP 188T?

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What year was NWP 188T registered?

NWP 188T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 2 May 1979.

Is NWP 188T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWP 188T shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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