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MWS 599R

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,567 mi
Last recorded82,567 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWS 599R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 82,567 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 81,778 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Repairs to both inner sills appear to be welded from inside.

Fail 14 May 2024 81,778 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges Engine compartment. (4.11 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Main box section. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Main box section. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured By overdrive (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Repairs to both inner sills appear to be welded from inside.

Pass 28 Jan 2021 81,310 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 80,751 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 79,521 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 79,211 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 78,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 78,597 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 78,239 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 78,013 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 77,693 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 77,685 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 77,113 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 76,585 miles

slight play in steering column collapsible section

Pass 27 Jun 2007 75,981 miles

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

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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MWS 599R is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 MWS 599R, 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 50 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 MWS 599R?

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What year was MWS 599R registered?

MWS 599R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1976.

Is MWS 599R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWS 599R shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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