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WBW 211R

1976 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,704 mi
Last recorded37,704 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBW 211R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 37,704 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,261 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 28,796 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 27,307 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 26,220 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 25,033 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 23,763 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake judder osr.

minor binding of nsf brake.

rear fog light fitted but not working.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 23,342 miles

rear fog lamps fitted but not working.

Fail 23 Mar 2012 23,342 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear fog lamps fitted but not working.

Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,684 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 22,684 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 22,117 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,661 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 20,779 miles

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

Offside wiper smearing slightly

Oil leak

Oil level on min mark

Fail 9 Feb 2008 20,764 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside wiper smearing slightly

Oil leak

Oil level on min mark

Pass 9 Feb 2007 19,888 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 18,682 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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WBW 211R is a 1976 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WBW 211R, 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 WBW 211R?

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What year was WBW 211R registered?

WBW 211R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1976.

Is WBW 211R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBW 211R shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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