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VDT 398S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,505 mi
Last recorded77,505 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDT 398S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 77,505 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 77,325 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 77,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 76,272 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 76,035 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 75,907 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 75,794 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 75,794 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 75,715 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 75,706 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2009 75,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 75,014 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 74,622 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 74,195 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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VDT 398S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VDT 398S, 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 VDT 398S?

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What year was VDT 398S registered?

VDT 398S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 May 1978.

Is VDT 398S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDT 398S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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