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XFX 849S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,884 mi
Last recorded58,884 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFX 849S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 58,884 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 58,884 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not hitting screen (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 58,011 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber deteriating

offside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 12 Oct 2012 57,992 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both outer track rod end gaiters deteriating

electric external engine fan noisy

Fail 12 Oct 2012 57,992 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both outer track rod end gaiters deteriating

electric external engine fan noisy

Pass 6 Apr 2010 57,985 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 57,849 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 57,849 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 57,613 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some test items hidden

Pass 22 Mar 2007 57,217 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 56,406 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 56,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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XFX 849S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 XFX 849S, 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 48 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 XFX 849S?

You can check the full history of XFX 849S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XFX 849S registered?

XFX 849S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is XFX 849S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFX 849S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFX 849S have outstanding finance?

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