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WVM 397S

1978 MG B Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,207 mi
Last recorded74,207 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B Roadster48,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVM 397S
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 74,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 74,199 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 73,775 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 73,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 73,042 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 72,498 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 71,918 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 71,633 miles

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

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

front and rear rubber bushes have deteriorated but have no movment in them

Pass 17 May 2014 71,633 miles

front and rear rubber bushes have deteriorated but have no movment in them

Pass 5 Oct 2013 71,515 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 70,871 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 69,818 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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WVM 397S is a 1978 MG B Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 48,731 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 WVM 397S, 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 48 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WVM 397S registered?

WVM 397S is a 1978 MG B Roadster, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is WVM 397S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVM 397S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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