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XNC 732S

1978 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,047 mi
Last recorded68,047 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNC 732S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 68,047 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 67,040 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 65,468 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 64,085 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 64,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 63,214 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 63,214 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 61,977 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 61,977 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 60,560 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 58,459 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 55,825 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 55,825 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 53,924 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 51,933 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 49,881 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 49,881 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 47,880 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 47,880 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 45,931 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 43,226 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 40,512 miles

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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XNC 732S is a 1978 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XNC 732S, 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 XNC 732S?

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What year was XNC 732S registered?

XNC 732S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 2 May 1978.

Is XNC 732S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNC 732S shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XNC 732S have outstanding finance?

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