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VOB 644S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,223 mi
Last recorded91,223 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOB 644S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 91,223 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

oil leak, but not excessive

rear exhaust mounting defective

underside floor/chasis/suspension components all coated in underseal

Fail 2 Sep 2025 91,216 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working both rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2 x holes at o/s lower floor/chassis marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

underside floor/chassis/suspension components all coated in underseal

Pass 21 Apr 2022 89,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 88,110 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 87,870 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 87,520 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 87,172 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 86,032 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 85,989 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 85,920 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 85,908 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 85,745 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 85,740 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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VOB 644S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 VOB 644S, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VOB 644S registered?

VOB 644S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is VOB 644S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOB 644S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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