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WOP 44T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

63,068 mi
Last recorded63,068 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOP 44T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 63,068 miles

slight corrosion nearside inner sill to floor area

Fail 11 Jan 2022 63,063 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))

nearside reverse light not working

some corrosion nearside inner sill to floor section

Pass 27 Aug 2020 61,710 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 61,691 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

slight under body corrosion at rear

Fail 11 Jun 2016 61,691 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

slight under body corrosion at rear

Pass 28 Aug 2015 61,690 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 61,690 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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WOP 44T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 WOP 44T, 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 WOP 44T?

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What year was WOP 44T registered?

WOP 44T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1978.

Is WOP 44T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOP 44T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WOP 44T have outstanding finance?

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