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VAU 628S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,045 mi
Last recorded80,045 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAU 628S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 80,045 miles

Nearside Rear tyre signs of ageing

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165/14 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 80,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to drum along axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to drum along axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre signs of ageing

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165/14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 80,035 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 80,026 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 80,026 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 80,009 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 80,003 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2013 79,984 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 79,975 miles

Lower Radiator hose appears to be weeping through the structure of the rubber

NSR tyre - under inflated & sidewalls cracking as a result

Pass 6 Oct 2011 79,959 miles

Fuel pipe on Carburettor is cracking up

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

Fail 19 Oct 2010 79,950 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 79,950 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 79,941 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 79,905 miles

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Most brakes - binding slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2008 79,883 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 79,867 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 79,809 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 79,809 miles

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

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

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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VAU 628S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VAU 628S, 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 VAU 628S?

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What year was VAU 628S registered?

VAU 628S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is VAU 628S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAU 628S shows 18 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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