MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
76,451 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
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VAM 157T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VAM 157T, 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 VAM 157T?
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What year was VAM 157T registered?
VAM 157T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1978.
Is VAM 157T safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAM 157T shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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