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VFO 930T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,811 mi
Last recorded91,811 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 930T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 91,811 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 86,732 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 86,678 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 86,451 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 86,437 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 86,250 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 86,241 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 85,273 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 85,196 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 84,423 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 82,466 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 82,435 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 81,708 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 80,612 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 930T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VFO 930T, 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 930T?

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What year was VFO 930T registered?

VFO 930T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VFO 930T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 930T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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