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BWL 896C

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,324 mi
Last recorded39,324 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWL 896C
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 39,324 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 38,904 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 38,533 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 36,225 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 35,573 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 35,573 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 34,970 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 32,164 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 30,886 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 30,886 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 28,194 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 26,898 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 26,045 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 22,426 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 19,159 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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BWL 896C is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BWL 896C, 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 BWL 896C?

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What year was BWL 896C registered?

BWL 896C is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is BWL 896C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWL 896C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWL 896C have outstanding finance?

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