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VKR 873S

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,344 mi
Last recorded4,344 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKR 873S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 4,344 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 2,975 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 2,648 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 1,928 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 1,310 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 879 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 879 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2011 39,320 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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VKR 873S is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VKR 873S, 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 VKR 873S?

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What year was VKR 873S registered?

VKR 873S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 6 January 1978.

Is VKR 873S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKR 873S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKR 873S have outstanding finance?

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