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HW 23

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,499 mi
Last recorded28,499 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW 23
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 28,499 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 25,359 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 25,359 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 23,128 miles

Offside outer sill rear section showing corrosion but not holed.

Fail 15 May 2017 23,128 miles

Offside outer sill rear section showing corrosion but not holed.

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 20,113 miles

o/s/f tyre deteriorating with cracks

o/s/r outer sill showing corrosion

Fail 25 Apr 2016 20,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre deteriorating with cracks

o/s/r outer sill showing corrosion

Pass 7 May 2015 16,618 miles

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

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

n/s/r and o/s/r half shaft seals leaking oil

o/s/r tyre showing cracks

Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,262 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 13,208 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,820 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 10,152 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,584 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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HW 23 is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HW 23, 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 HW 23?

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What year was HW 23 registered?

HW 23 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 September 1978.

Is HW 23 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW 23 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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