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XNC 851S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,187 mi
Last recorded81,187 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNC 851S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 81,187 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill along the length off car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 79,824 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 79,301 miles

Offside steering rack end ball joint

near side and off side sill area slightly corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2019 78,846 miles

Nearside sill area slightly corroded

Offside Front steering rack end ball joint has slight play

Pass 27 Sep 2017 77,641 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Jun 2016 76,984 miles

Offside Front rack connection has slight play in ball joint

Fail 10 Jun 2016 76,952 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front rack connection has slight play in ball joint

Pass 3 Jun 2015 75,218 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

grease under vehicle

Pass 1 Jun 2007 75,831 miles

n/s/f tyre close to limit

radiator leaking

slight play in o/s and n/s tie rods

Pass 23 Jun 2006 74,833 miles

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

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

coolant leak from radiator

oil leak

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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XNC 851S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XNC 851S, 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 XNC 851S?

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What year was XNC 851S registered?

XNC 851S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 26 May 1978.

Is XNC 851S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNC 851S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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