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XMH 522T

1978 MG B GT

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

725 mi
Last recorded725 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMH 522T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 725 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 56,555 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 55,515 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 54,274 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,087 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 51,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 2,481 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,202 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 28,202 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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XMH 522T is a 1978 MG B GT in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XMH 522T, 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

How do I check the history of XMH 522T?

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What year was XMH 522T registered?

XMH 522T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is XMH 522T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMH 522T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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