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WNM 16S

1978 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,360 mi
Last recorded75,360 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNM 16S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 75,360 miles

rear fog lamp tell tale not working

Fail 13 Sep 2017 75,232 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering nearside floor out rigger (6.1.A.1)

rear fog lamp tell tale not working

Pass 16 Sep 2016 73,054 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 73,011 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 72,981 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 70,763 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 69,397 miles

Indicators flushing rate low (60 a minute)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front floor panel reinforcement strip corroded

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside front wing lower skin corroded too excess

Pass 20 Jan 2006 69,281 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 69,281 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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WNM 16S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WNM 16S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WNM 16S registered?

WNM 16S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is WNM 16S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNM 16S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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