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VJD 590S

1978 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,501 mi
Last recorded18,501 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJD 590S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2018 18,501 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 15,307 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 13,483 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 13,255 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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VJD 590S is a 1978 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJD 590S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VJD 590S?

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What year was VJD 590S registered?

VJD 590S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 7 July 1978.

Is VJD 590S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJD 590S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJD 590S have outstanding finance?

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