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WTB 730S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,556 mi
Last recorded27,556 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTB 730S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 27,556 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 26,989 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 26,674 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 25,928 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 23,075 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 20,600 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 19,055 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 17,936 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 17,314 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 16,810 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 14,750 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,159 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 12,926 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 12,404 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 9,993 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 8,840 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 7,739 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 6,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 3,749 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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WTB 730S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WTB 730S, 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 WTB 730S?

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What year was WTB 730S registered?

WTB 730S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 May 1978.

Is WTB 730S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTB 730S shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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