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VMV 162S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

17,306 mi
Last recorded17,306 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMV 162S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 17,306 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 16,542 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,653 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,754 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 12,406 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,628 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 11,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,959 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 108,891 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 8,582 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 6,674 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 5,942 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 5,942 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 5,053 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 5,053 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 493 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 3,550 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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VMV 162S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VMV 162S, 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 VMV 162S?

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What year was VMV 162S registered?

VMV 162S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 3 December 1977.

Is VMV 162S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMV 162S shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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