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WRU 268S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,300 mi
Last recorded42,300 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRU 268S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 42,300 miles

Both front tyres outer sidewall small cracks

Both rear tyres outer sidewall small cracks

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside rear brake back plate damp of oil

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 42,270 miles

Both front tyres outer sidewall small cracks

Both rear tyres outer sidewall small cracks

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside rear brake back plate damp of oil

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 42,068 miles

Nearside rear wheel back plate damp of oil

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 41,886 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 41,826 miles

both front tyres starting to crack on outer sidewall

Pass 28 May 2014 41,699 miles

engine damp with oil

nearside front tyre cracking on outter sidewall

nearside rear tyre cracking on outter sidewall

offside front tyre cracking on outter sidewall

Fail 20 May 2014 41,686 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine damp with oil

nearside front tyre cracking on outter sidewall

nearside rear tyre cracking on outter sidewall

offside front tyre cracking on outter sidewall

Pass 4 Mar 2013 41,522 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Mar 2013 41,522 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2011 41,519 miles

Breather pipe onto carb split.

Pass 9 Apr 2009 41,288 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 41,288 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2007 41,219 miles

Acceptable exhaust gas leak from site of old repair.

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

Free play at steering wheel within limit

Operation of indicator switch when operating left turn could be improved.

Rear service brake balance on limits of acceptance.

Pass 27 Apr 2007 41,219 miles

Acceptable exhaust gas leak from site of old repair.

Free play at steering wheel within limit

Operation of indicator switch when operating left turn could be improved.

Rear service brake balance on limits of acceptance.

Pass 27 Oct 2005 41,183 miles

slight imbalance on rear brakes and inspection is advised.

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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WRU 268S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WRU 268S, 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 WRU 268S registered?

WRU 268S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 May 1978.

Is WRU 268S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRU 268S shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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