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VLP 153S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,923 mi
Last recorded78,923 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLP 153S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 78,923 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 78,691 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 78,290 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 77,741 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 77,275 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 77,275 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 77,160 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2012 76,889 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 76,888 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 76,286 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 76,285 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 75,992 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 75,679 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 75,366 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 74,956 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 74,499 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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VLP 153S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VLP 153S, 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 VLP 153S?

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What year was VLP 153S registered?

VLP 153S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 21 September 1977.

Is VLP 153S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLP 153S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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