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XKX 231S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,293 mi
Last recorded54,293 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKX 231S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 54,293 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 54,293 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 53,943 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 53,796 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 53,796 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 53,791 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 53,642 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,583 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 53,469 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 53,206 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 53,029 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 52,991 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 52,834 miles

coolant leak from engine

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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XKX 231S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XKX 231S, 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 XKX 231S?

You can check the full history of XKX 231S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XKX 231S registered?

XKX 231S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is XKX 231S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKX 231S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XKX 231S have outstanding finance?

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