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WUK 431T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,651 mi
Last recorded37,651 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUK 431T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 37,651 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 36,857 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 36,143 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 35,138 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 35,049 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working tail light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 34,171 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 33,503 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 33,503 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 32,229 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 30,234 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 29,099 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 28,495 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 26,838 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 25,653 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 24,712 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 22,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,146 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 20,010 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 18,964 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,032 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 17,168 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 15,975 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 15,975 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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WUK 431T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WUK 431T, 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 WUK 431T?

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What year was WUK 431T registered?

WUK 431T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WUK 431T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUK 431T shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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