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WLW 735S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

84,273 mi
Last recorded84,273 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLW 735S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 84,273 miles

Front wiper blades smearing

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside mirror slightly loose

Offside rear tyre size 165SR14 and nearside rear tyre size 16580R14

Oil leak

Fail 19 Mar 2015 84,264 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front wiper blades smearing

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front tyre worn inner ewdge, strong advise

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside mirror slightly loose

Offside rear tyre size 165SR14 and nearside rear tyre size 16580R14

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 83,561 miles

(vehicle structure) nearside front underneath chassis showing signs of cracking but not seriously affecting its strenght within 30cm of the body mountings

(vehicle structure) offside front underneath chassis showing signs of cracking but not seriously affecting its strenght within 30cm of the body mountings

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 81,907 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Off side front & rear tyres wearing inner edges

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in off side track rod arm

Fail 30 Apr 2013 81,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Off side front & rear tyres wearing inner edges

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in off side track rod arm

Pass 16 May 2012 81,718 miles

Near side front inner, upper front foot well area slightly rusty

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Off side front & rear tyres wearing inner edges

Play in off side track rod arm

Unable to check wealding repairs to chassis, due to under seal

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 May 2012 81,718 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Near side & off side rear leaf spring, connecting leather straps broken recommend replacing

Near side front inner, upper front foot well area slightly rusty

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Off side front & rear tyres wearing inner edges

Off side wiper slightly smearing

Play in off side track rod arm

Unable to check wealding repairs to chassis, due to under seal

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 81,195 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight play in o/s steering arm

Fail 27 May 2011 81,163 miles

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Fail 26 May 2011 81,144 miles

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

both side play in steering arms (end of rack)

slight play in nearside front kingpin (top part)

Pass 17 May 2010 80,413 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 80,412 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 28 May 2009 79,783 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 79,783 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2007 76,358 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 6 Dec 2006 76,350 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 76,350 miles

Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front 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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WLW 735S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 WLW 735S, 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 49 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 WLW 735S?

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What year was WLW 735S registered?

WLW 735S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 7 November 1977.

Is WLW 735S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLW 735S shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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