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XKK 39S

1978 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,169 mi
Last recorded74,169 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKK 39S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 74,169 miles

offside front tyre has a worn edge

Pass 18 May 2010 74,165 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside jacking up point corroded but not within a prescribed area.

Fail 13 May 2010 74,165 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside jacking up point corroded but not within a prescribed area.

Pass 29 May 2009 69,499 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 May 2009 69,499 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2008 62,281 miles

both rear exhaust rubber mounts deteriorated

brake warning light on

Fail 2 Jul 2007 57,189 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 57,189 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 56,697 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 8 Jun 2006 56,697 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XKK 39S is a 1978 MG B GT in Yellow 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 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XKK 39S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XKK 39S registered?

XKK 39S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 20 March 1978.

Is XKK 39S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKK 39S 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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