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VBT 5R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,848 mi
Last recorded40,848 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBT 5R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 40,848 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,674 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 40,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 40,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 40,286 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 40,165 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,869 miles

park brake lever stiff in operation.

Pass 30 Mar 2010 39,581 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 39,126 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

front coil springs weak

Fail 25 Mar 2009 39,126 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front coil springs weak

Pass 15 Feb 2008 38,587 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 38,191 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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VBT 5R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 VBT 5R, 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 50 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 VBT 5R?

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What year was VBT 5R registered?

VBT 5R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is VBT 5R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBT 5R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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