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XMX 34S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,075 mi
Last recorded23,075 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMX 34S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 23,075 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,792 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 20,499 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 20,498 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front suspension arm has slight wetness

Nearside Rear brake backing plate has wetness

Offside Rear brake backing plate has wetness

oil leak

Pass 20 May 2015 19,437 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 19,370 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 19,369 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 19,348 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 19,300 miles

o/s/r tyre approx 2mm inner edge only

slight play in o/s rack arm assy.

very slight corrosion appearing to n/s and o/s outer sill areas/and bottom of front wings.

Pass 24 Nov 2010 19,107 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 18,635 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,635 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 18,417 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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XMX 34S 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 76.9%.

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 XMX 34S, 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 XMX 34S?

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What year was XMX 34S registered?

XMX 34S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 26 May 1978.

Is XMX 34S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMX 34S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMX 34S have outstanding finance?

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