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VSV 772

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,311 mi
Last recorded6,311 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSV 772
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 6,311 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 6,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 6,282 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 5,325 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,982 miles

advisory. suspect brake servo operation slightly deteriorated.

Fail 20 Apr 2007 4,982 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advisory. suspect brake servo operation slightly deteriorated.

Pass 21 Apr 2006 4,423 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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VSV 772 is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 VSV 772, 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 VSV 772?

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What year was VSV 772 registered?

VSV 772 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1978.

Is VSV 772 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSV 772 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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