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WPB 260S

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,865 mi
Last recorded39,865 miles
Recorded on31 May 2006
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPB 260S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2006 39,865 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 39,627 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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WPB 260S is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WPB 260S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WPB 260S?

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What year was WPB 260S registered?

WPB 260S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is WPB 260S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPB 260S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WPB 260S have outstanding finance?

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