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WVR 290S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,628 mi
Last recorded80,628 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVR 290S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 80,628 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 80,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 80,408 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 80,367 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 80,270 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 79,702 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 79,423 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 78,203 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 77,193 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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WVR 290S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WVR 290S, 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 WVR 290S?

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What year was WVR 290S registered?

WVR 290S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is WVR 290S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVR 290S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVR 290S have outstanding finance?

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