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WGB 737H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,986 mi
Last recorded38,986 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGB 737H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 38,986 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 38,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 38,878 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 38,603 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 38,603 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2016 38,507 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 38,050 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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WGB 737H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WGB 737H, 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 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WGB 737H?

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What year was WGB 737H registered?

WGB 737H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 12 May 1970.

Is WGB 737H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGB 737H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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