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VMY 235S

1978 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,139 mi
Last recorded12,139 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B Roadster48,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMY 235S
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2016 12,139 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box corrosion (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/80/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump makes no noise (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel has a slight bind

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive entire sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake lines corroded

oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2016 12,139 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165r14/84t (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/80/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump makes no noise (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corrosion (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel has a slight bind

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive entire sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake lines corroded

oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2015 11,870 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight binding of nearside front brake

Pass 26 Sep 2013 10,608 miles

Both front tyres perished

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,408 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres perished

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 14 Aug 2012 10,408 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres perished

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,393 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 10,387 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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VMY 235S is a 1978 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 48,731 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMY 235S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VMY 235S registered?

VMY 235S is a 1978 MG B Roadster, first registered on 20 January 1978.

Is VMY 235S safe to buy?

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