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WWU 88L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,225 mi
Last recorded93,225 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWU 88L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 93,225 miles

Nearside Front slight binding from brake

Offside Front slight binding from brake

Pass 2 Sep 2016 93,108 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 93,108 miles

Fuel hose leaking pump (7.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 93,082 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 93,080 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 93,009 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 92,957 miles

slight leak from rear half shaft seals. clutch slave cylinder leaking

Pass 23 May 2009 92,714 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight oil leak on n/s/r brake back plate brake reading ok

Pass 24 May 2008 32,340 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 92,234 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 91,984 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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WWU 88L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 WWU 88L, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WWU 88L?

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What year was WWU 88L registered?

WWU 88L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is WWU 88L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWU 88L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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