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WVF 848S

1977 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,332 mi
Last recorded98,332 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B Roadster56,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVF 848S
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 98,332 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 98,321 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 97,627 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 96,677 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 96,001 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 94,727 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 93,527 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 93,514 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 92,364 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 91,694 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 91,346 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 90,832 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 90,832 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 90,151 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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WVF 848S is a 1977 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WVF 848S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WVF 848S?

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What year was WVF 848S registered?

WVF 848S is a 1977 MG B Roadster, first registered on 15 December 1977.

Is WVF 848S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVF 848S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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