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VOX 183T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,049 mi
Last recorded67,049 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOX 183T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 67,049 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective slightly perished (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear hub seal slight weep of oil

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 May 2020 67,049 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working switch not working as intendid (3.4 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all (5.3.2 (c))

under side of car Healy covered in under seal

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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VOX 183T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VOX 183T, 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 VOX 183T registered?

VOX 183T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VOX 183T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOX 183T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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