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VAP 427S

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,800 mi
Last recorded77,800 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAP 427S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,800 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 76,811 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 76,790 miles

Direction indicators not working don't flash on or off (1.4.A.2c)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 76,480 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 76,472 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 May 2011 76,418 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 76,001 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 75,066 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 75,064 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 73,801 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 73,801 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 72,844 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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VAP 427S is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 VAP 427S, 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 49 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 VAP 427S?

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What year was VAP 427S registered?

VAP 427S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is VAP 427S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAP 427S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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