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XMM 233T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,079 mi
Last recorded16,079 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMM 233T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 16,079 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 19,974 miles

30% rearbrake imbalance (limit) ,,,n/s low

front brakes binding ,,,will need attention

n/s/f side light dull

rear brake hose deteriorating

steering rack/inner joints worn

washers poor

Pass 30 Jun 2015 15,940 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 15,931 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 14 May 2013 15,655 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak from radiator/bottom hose area

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S/F steering rack boot damp with oil

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight play/wear in steering rack

Fail 13 May 2013 15,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak from radiator/bottom hose area

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight wear/play in steering rack

Pass 30 Jun 2012 15,522 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,203 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 15,127 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 14,326 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,547 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 13,547 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

hand brake has slight travel

o/s/f inner rack joint has slight play

Pass 6 Jun 2007 13,492 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 13,476 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 13,290 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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XMM 233T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XMM 233T, 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.

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What year was XMM 233T registered?

XMM 233T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 November 1978.

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