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VHJ 8S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 3895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,420 mi
Last recorded27,420 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 8S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,895cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 27,420 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 27,361 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 26,638 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 26,070 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 25,358 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 23,222 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 22,276 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 21,339 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 18,958 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 18,473 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 18,058 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 17,408 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 17,388 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 17,110 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front number plate damaged

loose bolt on propshaft

slight play in front universal joint on propshaft

slight play in offside front suspension joints

suspect oil leak from both rear axle seals

Pass 13 Jul 2012 16,346 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside rear view mirror missing.

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Suspect oil leaks from both rear axle seals.

Fail 12 Jul 2012 16,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside rear view mirror missing.

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Suspect oil leaks from both rear axle seals.

Pass 21 Jul 2011 15,739 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 15,096 miles

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

slight play in propshaft universal joint (front)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 15,096 miles

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

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

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

slight play in propshaft universal joint (front)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 14,226 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 14,226 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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VHJ 8S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 3,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 VHJ 8S, 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 49 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 VHJ 8S registered?

VHJ 8S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 15 October 1977.

Is VHJ 8S safe to buy?

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