CarVerify

Free Car Check

VNV 190S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 3500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,738 mi
Last recorded89,738 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNV 190S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 89,738 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 89,081 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres perished

slight exhaust blow o/s manifold area

Pass 27 Nov 2023 88,680 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 88,168 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 88,157 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s/r inner wheel arch panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s/r inner wheel arch panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 87,577 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 87,101 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 87,096 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TRUNION (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 86,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 84,915 miles

Offside Rear BUMP STOP MISSING

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

Pass 3 May 2017 83,738 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 83,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 82,513 miles

advises under side weak in places and hevely welded

Fail 23 May 2016 82,513 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advises under side weak in places and hevely welded

Pass 21 May 2015 82,417 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 82,405 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 82,305 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 82,300 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 75,875 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 75,875 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

cover sills fitted

Pass 11 May 2010 66,090 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 May 2010 66,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2009 57,173 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2008 53,182 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2008 53,182 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 49,788 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 49,783 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 47,148 miles

covers fitted to outer sills

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
Full MG B reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VNV 190S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 VNV 190S, 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 VNV 190S?

You can check the full history of VNV 190S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VNV 190S registered?

VNV 190S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1977.

Is VNV 190S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNV 190S shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNV 190S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VNV 190S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.