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XDP 356T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,621 mi
Last recorded14,621 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDP 356T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 14,621 miles

Boot wont open

Nearside wiper worn

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Underside rusty

Fail 18 Jan 2018 14,621 miles

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

Boot wont open

Nearside wiper worn

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Underside rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2017 13,307 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 19 Jan 2017 13,307 miles

Central Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 12,026 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 9,987 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside rear lower number plate light bulb is dim

Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,170 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Slight play in o/s of steering rack.

Pass 11 Sep 2012 6,115 miles

Oil leak

engine mounts worn

slight play in offside stearing rack

Fail 11 Sep 2012 6,115 miles

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

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

Oil leak

engine mounts worn

slight play in offside stearing rack

Pass 5 Sep 2011 3,663 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight play in f/n/s king pin.

Pass 23 Sep 2010 99,569 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 97,937 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 94,677 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 92,584 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 92,584 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 90,674 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XDP 356T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XDP 356T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XDP 356T?

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What year was XDP 356T registered?

XDP 356T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is XDP 356T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDP 356T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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