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XHS 890S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

2,223 mi
Last recorded2,223 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHS 890S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 2,223 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear leaf spring corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2025 1,770 miles

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS CORRODED

Fail 24 Jun 2025 1,766 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS CORRODED

Pass 31 May 2024 1,044 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 98,051 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 98,051 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both rack gaiters (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 97,437 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,016 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 97,015 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 96,713 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2015 96,284 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 5 May 2014 95,720 miles

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 95,320 miles

oil leak

rear bumper support corroded

Pass 11 May 2012 95,175 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 95,128 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 95,125 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 95,021 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 May 2009 94,669 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 94,577 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 94,254 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 94,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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XHS 890S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XHS 890S, 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 XHS 890S registered?

XHS 890S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is XHS 890S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHS 890S shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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