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VBR 234R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,813 mi
Last recorded57,813 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBR 234R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 57,813 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

hand brake support bracket worn

slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 4 Jun 2025 57,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

handbrake cable band slight damage

Pass 22 Sep 2023 56,189 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 56,159 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 52,238 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 52,235 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam swivel kingpin thrust washers/shims (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam swivel kingpin thrust washers/shims (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 51,399 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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VBR 234R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VBR 234R, 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

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What year was VBR 234R registered?

VBR 234R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is VBR 234R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBR 234R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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