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VKW 292S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

2,332 mi
Last recorded2,332 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKW 292S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 2,332 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 1,426 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

nearside headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

Pass 3 Aug 2023 946 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 185 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 99,326 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 98,760 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 98,355 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 97,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 96,114 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 95,649 miles

advise to reduce play in o/s seat runner

Pass 22 Jul 2015 94,433 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 95,414 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Prop shaft insecure at gearbox end

Fail 10 Jul 2014 94,683 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 94,683 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 94,246 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2012 94,243 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 93,450 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 92,513 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 91,635 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 91,010 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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VKW 292S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VKW 292S, 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 VKW 292S?

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What year was VKW 292S registered?

VKW 292S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 9 June 1978.

Is VKW 292S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKW 292S shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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