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WUT 167S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,154 mi
Last recorded74,154 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUT 167S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 74,154 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 74,154 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 73,820 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin sl play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 73,820 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin sl play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 73,777 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger too large for pipe diameter (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower both trunnions have slight play

Pass 11 Jul 2018 73,485 miles

underside has been under sealed unable to fully inspect

Fail 6 Jul 2018 73,478 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

underside has been under sealed unable to fully inspect

Pass 26 Apr 2017 72,939 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 72,921 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 70,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush stub pin (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 69,515 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 69,515 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 27 May 2014 68,299 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside front bump stop missing

Rear differential seals leaking (3)

Fail 22 May 2014 68,296 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside front bump stop missing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear differential seals leaking (3)

Pass 10 May 2013 68,088 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil, leak at axel both sides

Pass 25 May 2012 67,982 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 67,466 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 66,021 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 64,029 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 63,221 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 62,051 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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WUT 167S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WUT 167S, 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 WUT 167S?

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What year was WUT 167S registered?

WUT 167S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is WUT 167S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUT 167S shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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