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WWG 977T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,021 mi
Last recorded81,021 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWG 977T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 81,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 78,485 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 78,701 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 78,701 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 78,602 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 76,284 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 74,692 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 72,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 72,288 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 71,813 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 70,889 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 70,889 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

slight play in nearside front suspension trunion.

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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WWG 977T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WWG 977T, 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 WWG 977T?

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What year was WWG 977T registered?

WWG 977T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WWG 977T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWG 977T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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