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WBW 756M

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,956 mi
Last recorded24,956 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBW 756M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 24,956 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 22,249 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 19,999 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 19,993 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,150 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 19,140 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front lever arm leaking

Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,317 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 18,003 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 17,808 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 17,551 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 17,546 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 17,310 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 17,109 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 16,983 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 16,923 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 16,923 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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WBW 756M is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBW 756M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WBW 756M?

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What year was WBW 756M registered?

WBW 756M is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 September 1973.

Is WBW 756M safe to buy?

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