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VFO 868T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,129 mi
Last recorded53,129 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 868T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 53,129 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 51,209 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 49,851 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 49,039 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 49,039 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 48,673 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 47,883 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 47,883 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 46,676 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,924 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,138 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 44,844 miles

Slight lift in osf kingpin

Pass 12 Aug 2011 43,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 43,487 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 43,157 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 42,841 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 42,697 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 42,330 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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VFO 868T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VFO 868T, 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 VFO 868T?

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What year was VFO 868T registered?

VFO 868T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VFO 868T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 868T shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFO 868T have outstanding finance?

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