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VRH 231S

1977 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,663 mi
Last recorded89,663 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRH 231S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 89,663 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 89,637 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 89,442 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 89,442 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 89,324 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 89,241 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 89,239 miles

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)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 88,957 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 88,957 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 88,845 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 88,690 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 88,648 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 88,617 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 88,604 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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VRH 231S is a 1977 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 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 VRH 231S, 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 49 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 VRH 231S registered?

VRH 231S is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 September 1977.

Is VRH 231S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRH 231S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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