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VPU 370S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,017 mi
Last recorded80,017 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPU 370S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 80,017 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 79,519 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 79,460 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 75,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jun 2007 75,429 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2006 71,422 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 71,422 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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VPU 370S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 VPU 370S, 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 VPU 370S?

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What year was VPU 370S registered?

VPU 370S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VPU 370S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPU 370S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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