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VJT 582S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,168 mi
Last recorded13,168 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJT 582S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 13,168 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 12,581 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 12,581 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 10,498 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 8,753 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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VJT 582S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VJT 582S, 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 VJT 582S?

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What year was VJT 582S registered?

VJT 582S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 January 1978.

Is VJT 582S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJT 582S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJT 582S have outstanding finance?

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