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WUF 253S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,714 mi
Last recorded62,714 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUF 253S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 62,714 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 62,598 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 62,465 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 8 Oct 2009 59,508 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 59,507 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

o/s and n/s front shock absorbers slightly damp

Fail 29 Sep 2009 59,390 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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

OFFSIDE REAR SUSPENSION CHECK STRAP SPLIT UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODED BOTH FRONT SHOCKABSORBERS DAMP PLAY IN STEERING RACK PLAY IN BOTH FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION JOINTS

Pass 8 May 2008 51,779 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 51,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 42,801 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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WUF 253S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 WUF 253S, 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 WUF 253S?

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What year was WUF 253S registered?

WUF 253S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 17 June 1978.

Is WUF 253S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUF 253S shows 9 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.

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