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WDA 262T

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,060 mi
Last recorded78,060 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2011
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDA 262T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2011 78,060 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 78,006 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 77,700 miles

both rear brake pipes are cable tied to rear beam

Pass 17 May 2008 76,915 miles

Both rear brake pipes are cable tied to rear beam.

Pass 14 Jun 2007 75,947 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 75,947 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Battery insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

nearside and offside rear spring U bolts and fittings very badly corroded

rear axle bump stop brackets very badly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2006 74,980 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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WDA 262T is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 WDA 262T, 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 48 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 WDA 262T?

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What year was WDA 262T registered?

WDA 262T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WDA 262T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDA 262T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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