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WCH 72

1981 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,234 mi
Last recorded80,234 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCH 72
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 80,234 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 80,234 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 79,026 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 79,026 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 77,582 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 76,078 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 75,251 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 74,431 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 73,212 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 70,588 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 70,584 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 69,906 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 68,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 66,485 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 65,871 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 65,377 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 65,377 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 64,986 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 64,546 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 63,523 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 62,729 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 62,389 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 61,920 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 60,139 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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WCH 72 is a 1981 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 WCH 72, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WCH 72 registered?

WCH 72 is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is WCH 72 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCH 72 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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