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VEK 54S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,315 mi
Last recorded83,315 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEK 54S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 83,315 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2014 82,334 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 81,529 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 81,529 miles

Offside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 81,188 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 81,151 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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VEK 54S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VEK 54S, 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 VEK 54S?

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What year was VEK 54S registered?

VEK 54S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 February 1978.

Is VEK 54S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEK 54S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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