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WBW 913H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,999 mi
Last recorded17,999 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBW 913H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 17,999 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,569 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 15,946 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Mar 2017 15,946 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 May 2016 15,626 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,157 miles

Nearside front bump stop missing

Offside front bump stop deteriorated

Pass 10 Apr 2014 14,893 miles

both rear tyres wear on edges

main beam warn light not working

n/s/ headlight deteriorated

n/s/f bump stops missing

o/s/f tyre cracks in road face

o/s/r tyre cracks in road face

Fail 2 Apr 2014 14,883 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres wear on edges

front reg plate deteriorated

main beam warn light not working

n/s/ headlight deteriorated

n/s/f bump stops missing

o/s/f tyre cracks in road face

o/s/r mud flap loose

o/s/r tyre cracks in road face

Pass 30 Mar 2013 13,559 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 12,748 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 12,748 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 12,021 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

the underside has been recently undersealed.the wiring loom needs securing and making good in various places.

there is evidence of welding to various areas of this vehicle to make good corrosion.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 11,331 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 11,316 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 10,173 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 10,161 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 8,799 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 8,797 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 7,342 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 7,339 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 5,896 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 5,893 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WBW 913H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 WBW 913H, 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 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WBW 913H registered?

WBW 913H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1970.

Is WBW 913H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBW 913H shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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