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VOV 583S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,891 mi
Last recorded77,891 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOV 583S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 77,891 miles

Central Body has slight corrosion drivers side and passenger side jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Central exhaust mount broken

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

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 77,891 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure outer rack boot clip (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing lock tabs not folded over (3.5.1j)

Central Body has slight corrosion drivers side and passenger side jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Central exhaust mount broken

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 77,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 77,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth < 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 77,143 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2015 77,126 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2014 76,026 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 75,467 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust mounting bracket cracked (forward of rear axle)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 75,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust mounting bracket cracked (forward of rear axle)

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 5 Jul 2012 74,827 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 72,725 miles

Various engine oil leaks

Pass 26 Jul 2010 70,098 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 69,822 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 69,605 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 69,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 69,435 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 69,156 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 69,156 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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VOV 583S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VOV 583S, 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

How do I check the history of VOV 583S?

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What year was VOV 583S registered?

VOV 583S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VOV 583S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOV 583S shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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