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VDL 651S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,181 mi
Last recorded94,181 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDL 651S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2010 94,181 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 93,203 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 93,181 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 92,496 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 92,493 miles

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Fail 24 Aug 2007 92,475 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 91,448 miles

N/S/F ENGINE MTG BOLT LOOSE PLAY IN STEERING JOINTS LIGHT CORROSION TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VDL 651S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VDL 651S, 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 VDL 651S?

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What year was VDL 651S registered?

VDL 651S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 25 May 1978.

Is VDL 651S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDL 651S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VDL 651S have outstanding finance?

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