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WDA 260T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

869 mi
Last recorded869 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDA 260T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 869 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 99,546 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 98,419 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 98,419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 96,969 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 96,969 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 95,213 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 89,611 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 87,922 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 86,866 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 85,005 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 83,631 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 81,063 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 79,789 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 78,823 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 77,037 miles

Lift in off side king pin

Near side rear brake binding

Slight oil leak off bottom of g/box

Slight smear on wipers

oil leak

slight play in near side front wheel bearing

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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WDA 260T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WDA 260T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WDA 260T?

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What year was WDA 260T registered?

WDA 260T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WDA 260T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDA 260T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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