CarVerify

Free Car Check

WPF 708S

1978 MG Mgb Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,003 mi
Last recorded43,003 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb Roadster42,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPF 708S
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2016 43,003 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2015 42,495 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 42,234 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 37,404 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
Full MG Mgb Roadster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WPF 708S is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 42,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WPF 708S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WPF 708S?

You can check the full history of WPF 708S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WPF 708S registered?

WPF 708S is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is WPF 708S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPF 708S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WPF 708S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WPF 708S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.