MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,998 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
general corrosion
clonking noise on front
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
clonking noise on front
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
rear spring hanger heavly coated sealant o/s/r andn/s/r
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
rear spring hanger heavly coated sealant o/s/r andn/s/r
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VCP 290R is a 1976 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 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 VCP 290R, 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 VCP 290R?
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What year was VCP 290R registered?
VCP 290R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 23 September 1976.
Is VCP 290R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VCP 290R 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.
Does VCP 290R have outstanding finance?
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