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VAW 140S

1977 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

73,943 mi
Last recorded73,943 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B Roadster56,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAW 140S
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 73,943 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 73,943 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 70,597 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 66,750 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 62,453 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 60,010 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 50,400 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 48,086 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 45,931 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 44,823 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 44,823 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 44,428 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 44,234 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,010 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 44,010 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 43,709 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 43,427 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,130 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 42,896 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 42,696 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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VAW 140S is a 1977 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1977 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAW 140S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAW 140S?

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What year was VAW 140S registered?

VAW 140S is a 1977 MG B Roadster, first registered on 13 December 1977.

Is VAW 140S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAW 140S shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAW 140S have outstanding finance?

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