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XDB 1S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,709 mi
Last recorded37,709 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 1S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2012 37,709 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 37,302 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 37,120 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 36,103 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 35,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 34,498 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 33,535 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 32,572 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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XDB 1S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 1S, 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 1S?

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What year was XDB 1S registered?

XDB 1S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 May 1978.

Is XDB 1S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDB 1S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDB 1S have outstanding finance?

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