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VLJ 988S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,091 mi
Last recorded11,091 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLJ 988S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 11,091 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2016 11,004 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear exhaust silencer rubber x1 slightly perished

Rear exhaust silencer rubber x1 split

Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,775 miles

nearside steering rack boot slightly perished and pin holed

offside front seatbelt slightly frayed

slight play in nearside front top kin pin joint

Pass 29 May 2014 10,543 miles

nearside steering rack boot slightly perished and pin holed

offside seatbelt sightly frayed

slight movement in nearside front kinpin

Fail 29 May 2014 10,543 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

nearside steering rack boot slightly perished and pin holed

offside seatbelt sightly frayed

slight movement in nearside front kinpin

Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,151 miles

nearside rear tyre outer side wall has start of buldges

verious oil leaks

Fail 28 May 2013 10,151 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

nearside rear tyre outer side wall has start of buldges

verious oil leaks

Pass 24 Apr 2012 9,957 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 9,748 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,474 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,894 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,171 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,602 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 6,848 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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VLJ 988S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VLJ 988S, 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 VLJ 988S?

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What year was VLJ 988S registered?

VLJ 988S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 16 February 1978.

Is VLJ 988S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLJ 988S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLJ 988S have outstanding finance?

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