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VLP 390S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,673 mi
Last recorded25,673 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLP 390S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 25,673 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 25,670 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,519 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 390S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 390S, 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 390S?

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What year was VLP 390S registered?

VLP 390S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 11 November 1977.

Is VLP 390S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLP 390S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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