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VAP 582S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

51,862 mi
Last recorded51,862 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAP 582S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 51,862 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush Both (2.5.A.3a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Prop Shaft UJ Onto Diff Bolts Loose

Fail 13 Jul 2017 51,862 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush Both (2.5.A.3a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Prop Shaft UJ Onto Diff Bolts Loose

Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing Both Front Lower Arms Outer Castle Nut Split Pins (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 51,767 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 49,923 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 48,957 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jun 2011 48,946 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2010 47,249 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

front registration plate not fitted vertically, (customer advised original feature)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 47,219 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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 582S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VAP 582S, 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 VAP 582S?

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What year was VAP 582S registered?

VAP 582S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is VAP 582S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAP 582S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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