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XBL 213E

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

2,740 mi
Last recorded2,740 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 213E
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 2,740 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 1,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 11,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 10,554 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 9,486 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,051 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 6,648 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 5,395 miles

o/s/f king pin slight play

Fail 29 May 2014 5,395 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

o/s/f king pin slight play

Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,708 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 1,914 miles

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

osr diff strap broken

Fail 19 Apr 2012 1,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

osr diff strap broken

Pass 9 May 2011 115 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2010 50,307 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 50,307 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 48,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 46,096 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside rear check strap deteriated

Pass 9 Mar 2007 44,135 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 41,661 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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XBL 213E is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 XBL 213E, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBL 213E?

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What year was XBL 213E registered?

XBL 213E is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is XBL 213E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBL 213E shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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