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WPD 817S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,971 mi
Last recorded72,971 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPD 817S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 72,971 miles

o/s/r outer sill blowing out

Fail 16 Jul 2019 72,971 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s/r outer sill blowing out

Pass 13 Aug 2018 72,318 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 71,401 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 71,397 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2016 73,338 miles

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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WPD 817S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WPD 817S, 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 WPD 817S?

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What year was WPD 817S registered?

WPD 817S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is WPD 817S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPD 817S shows 6 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.

Does WPD 817S have outstanding finance?

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