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WHA 130S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,844 mi
Last recorded69,844 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHA 130S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 69,844 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 69,605 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 69,455 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,352 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 69,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,282 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 67,728 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 67,183 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 66,598 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 65,200 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 64,942 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 62,678 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 62,678 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 62,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WHA 130S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WHA 130S, 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 WHA 130S?

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What year was WHA 130S registered?

WHA 130S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is WHA 130S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHA 130S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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