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VEP 224T

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,288 mi
Last recorded49,288 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEP 224T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 49,288 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift noted to offside front king-pin.

Pass 2 Jun 2025 48,105 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift to offside front king-pin.

Pass 29 May 2024 47,283 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift to offside front king-pin.

Pass 6 Jun 2023 46,331 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift in offside front king-pin.

Pass 10 May 2022 45,844 miles

Offside Front king-pin slight lift

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 May 2021 45,632 miles

Offside Front king-pin slight lift

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 May 2020 45,100 miles

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

Offside Front king-pin slight lift

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 May 2019 44,606 miles

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

Offside Front king-pin slight lift.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 44,132 miles

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 43,523 miles

fuel tank corroded at sender unit

slight wear nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jul 2014 42,787 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 42,497 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2012 42,024 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 41,588 miles

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

Front brake disc's slightly worn

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 40,452 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,832 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 39,126 miles

Front number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 8 Mar 2007 38,858 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 38,858 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 37,172 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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VEP 224T is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VEP 224T, 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

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What year was VEP 224T registered?

VEP 224T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VEP 224T safe to buy?

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