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WFA 176S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,700 mi
Last recorded48,700 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFA 176S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 48,700 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 48,674 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 48,624 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 48,516 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 48,501 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside headlamp aim on lower level

Pass 10 Jun 2015 48,319 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,018 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 47,694 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 47,449 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 46,993 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,262 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 45,211 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 42,742 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 42,479 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 42,463 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2006 39,869 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

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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WFA 176S is a 1978 MG B in White 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 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 WFA 176S, 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 WFA 176S?

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What year was WFA 176S registered?

WFA 176S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is WFA 176S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFA 176S 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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