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XGB 585S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,366 mi
Last recorded26,366 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGB 585S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 26,366 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 18,042 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 16,386 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 14,444 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 11,866 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 8,711 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 7,873 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 5,990 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 3,777 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all four tyres perished

slight wear in both front hub kingpins

suspect welding repairs at nearside rear leaf spring front mount on chassis

wear in rear universal propshaft joint

Pass 18 Jun 2010 3,777 miles

all four tyres perished

slight wear in both front hub kingpins

suspect welding repairs at nearside rear leaf spring front mount on chassis

wear in rear universal propshaft joint

Fail 8 Jun 2010 3,702 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 30 May 2009 3,599 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 3,556 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 3,477 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 3,188 miles

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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XGB 585S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XGB 585S, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGB 585S registered?

XGB 585S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is XGB 585S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGB 585S shows 15 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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