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WWB 972L

1993 MG B

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,772 mi
Last recorded40,772 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1993 MG B42,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWB 972L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 40,772 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 40,735 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 40,611 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 40,537 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,936 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 37,591 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 55,014 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 35,118 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 35,118 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 33,486 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 33,480 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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WWB 972L is a 1993 MG B in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,808 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 WWB 972L, 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 33 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WWB 972L registered?

WWB 972L is a 1993 MG B, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is WWB 972L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWB 972L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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