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XJM 861T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,734 mi
Last recorded45,734 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJM 861T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 45,734 miles

Front Lower n/s and o/s king pin lower thrust have slight lift in

Fail 17 Jun 2026 45,743 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower n/s and o/s king pin lower thrust have slight lift in

Fail 20 Apr 2026 45,718 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trunnion has excessive lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel rim fouling track rod end (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn front to anchor point (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel rim fouling hand brake lever (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trunnion has excessive lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel rim fouling track rod end (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn front to anchor point (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened chassis within 30cm of spring shackle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened hanger to floor (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel rim fouling hand brake lever (5.2.3 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 44,577 miles

both front trunions have slight play

handbrake travel

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Fail 20 Oct 2023 44,577 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

both front trunions have slight play

handbrake travel

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2022 44,407 miles

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 44,394 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 44,381 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 44,222 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 861T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XJM 861T, 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 861T?

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What year was XJM 861T registered?

XJM 861T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is XJM 861T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJM 861T shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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