MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,097 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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area of chassis near gearbox crossmember corroded but not in a prescribed varea
rear bumper support corroded
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
area of chassis near gearbox crossmember corroded but not in a prescribed varea
rear bumper support corroded
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
parking brake close to end of travel
parking brake close to end of travel
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
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VAW 855S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 VAW 855S, 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.
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How do I check the history of VAW 855S?
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What year was VAW 855S registered?
VAW 855S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.
Is VAW 855S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAW 855S shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VAW 855S have outstanding finance?
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