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VLH 285S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,364 mi
Last recorded10,364 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLH 285S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 7,843 miles

centre exhaust mounting fractured

Pass 6 Jul 2010 7,170 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 4,549 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 3,052 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 901 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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VLH 285S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 VLH 285S, 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 49 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 VLH 285S?

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What year was VLH 285S registered?

VLH 285S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VLH 285S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLH 285S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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