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BWX 617S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,692 mi
Last recorded33,692 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWX 617S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 33,692 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 32,251 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 29,901 miles

slight free play in steering rack inner tie rods

Fail 28 Apr 2016 29,901 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured steering bracket (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured steering bracket (2.2.C.1h)

slight free play in steering rack inner tie rods

Pass 13 May 2015 29,450 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 29,007 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 28,577 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 28,241 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 27,793 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 27,283 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 26,144 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,791 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 24,791 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 24,726 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 24,650 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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BWX 617S is a 1978 MG B in Black 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 BWX 617S, 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 BWX 617S?

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What year was BWX 617S registered?

BWX 617S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 July 1978.

Is BWX 617S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWX 617S 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.

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