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VJW 877S

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,624 mi
Last recorded57,624 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2008
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJW 877S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2008 57,624 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion and being stood

Pass 12 Oct 2007 57,344 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2007 57,344 miles

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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VJW 877S is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VJW 877S, 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 VJW 877S?

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What year was VJW 877S registered?

VJW 877S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 9 May 1978.

Is VJW 877S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJW 877S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJW 877S have outstanding finance?

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