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VPT 336R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,562 mi
Last recorded41,562 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPT 336R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 41,562 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 41,508 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,124 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 39,956 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 38,578 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,444 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 36,186 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 35,248 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 35,248 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2009 35,210 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,140 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 35,044 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 33,452 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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VPT 336R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 VPT 336R, 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 49 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 VPT 336R?

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What year was VPT 336R registered?

VPT 336R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is VPT 336R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPT 336R 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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