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WVP 370T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,986 mi
Last recorded62,986 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVP 370T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 62,986 miles

light switch possible fault/o.k.at time of test

Pass 15 Dec 2016 62,982 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 62,919 miles

light switch possible fault due to lack of use/o.k.at time of test

petrol gauge possible fault

Pass 31 Jul 2014 62,917 miles

light switch possible fault due to lack of use/o.k.at time of test

petrol gauge possible fault/inop

Pass 8 Aug 2013 62,897 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 62,897 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 62,667 miles

front exhaust slight blow/temp repair

light switch possible fault/lack of use

Pass 5 Jul 2011 62,117 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 62,117 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 61,757 miles

handbrake light on

Pass 13 May 2009 60,742 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

washers weak

Pass 30 Apr 2008 60,586 miles

o/s drivers seat has bolt missing

Pass 30 Mar 2007 59,781 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 58,793 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 58,783 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

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

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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WVP 370T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WVP 370T, 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 WVP 370T?

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What year was WVP 370T registered?

WVP 370T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1978.

Is WVP 370T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVP 370T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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