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XDB 108S

1978 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,019 mi
Last recorded32,019 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 108S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 32,019 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 31,958 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel leak from carb (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 31,851 miles

Offside Front slight play in kingpin

Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,785 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 31,444 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play kingpin (2.2.B.1g)

warn UJ on gearbox end of prop

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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XDB 108S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XDB 108S, 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 XDB 108S?

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What year was XDB 108S registered?

XDB 108S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is XDB 108S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDB 108S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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