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WFH 121S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,164 mi
Last recorded23,164 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFH 121S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 23,164 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 22,680 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 22,072 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 20,336 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 18,388 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 15,637 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 11,383 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 10,617 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 10,617 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 9,590 miles

Gearsbox leaking oil.

Offside rear axle seal leaking oil.

Pass 3 May 2013 8,054 miles

Clutch hose splitting.

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear axle seal leaking oil/greese.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 May 2012 6,302 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 5,327 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Axle Has Slight Oil Leak At Outer Hub.

Windscreen Washers Very Weak.

Pass 9 Jun 2009 3,459 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 2,244 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 757 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 747 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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WFH 121S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WFH 121S, 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 WFH 121S?

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What year was WFH 121S registered?

WFH 121S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 January 1978.

Is WFH 121S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFH 121S shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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