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VPF 126S

1978 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,721 mi
Last recorded16,721 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPF 126S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 16,721 miles

Rear differential and gearbox leaking oil

Pass 19 Apr 2017 16,701 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 16,629 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 16,407 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 16,407 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 16,360 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 16,158 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 16,158 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 15,871 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 15,859 miles

Brake pedal excessively corroded (3.3.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front king pins have slight play

both rear sills very rusty

n/s/f bottom wing has rusted through

o/s/f bottom wing very rusty

Pass 8 Mar 2011 14,884 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 14,694 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,487 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 13,849 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 13,849 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 12,967 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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VPF 126S is a 1978 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPF 126S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPF 126S registered?

VPF 126S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is VPF 126S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPF 126S shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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