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XJM 652T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,255 mi
Last recorded93,255 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJM 652T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 93,255 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 93,255 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 92,666 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 May 2018 92,666 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 May 2017 92,561 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired both (2.4.B.1c)

slight lift/play o/s front trunion

Pass 6 May 2016 92,446 miles

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired both (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 92,350 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 92,251 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 91,985 miles

Slight wear in O/S/F King pin lower bush area.

Pass 20 Jun 2007 91,870 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 91,678 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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XJM 652T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 XJM 652T, 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 XJM 652T?

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What year was XJM 652T registered?

XJM 652T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is XJM 652T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJM 652T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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