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WEF 279S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

805 mi
Last recorded805 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEF 279S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 805 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 614 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jun 2023 472 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022

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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WEF 279S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WEF 279S, 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 WEF 279S?

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What year was WEF 279S registered?

WEF 279S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 May 1978.

Is WEF 279S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEF 279S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WEF 279S have outstanding finance?

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