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VPM 182S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,738 mi
Last recorded2,738 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPM 182S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 2,738 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive damp around drum area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 2,738 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive damp around drum area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 1,323 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 829 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 177 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 May 2015 99,449 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 May 2014 98,982 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 98,854 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 98,854 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 May 2010 98,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front tyre perishing

Nearside rear tyre severely perished

Offside front tyre perishing

Offside rear tyre perishing

Propshaft rear u/j joint has slight play

Slight play nearside rear anti roll bar link mounting

Pass 1 Apr 2008 98,617 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 98,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 98,058 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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VPM 182S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VPM 182S, 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 VPM 182S?

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What year was VPM 182S registered?

VPM 182S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is VPM 182S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPM 182S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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