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XNH 467S

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,692 mi
Last recorded64,692 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNH 467S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 64,692 miles

Lift/wear O/S/F King pin.

N/S/F Tyre worn.

Rear tyres perished and split.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 64,323 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls.

Fail 10 Jun 2014 64,323 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls.

Pass 30 May 2013 64,287 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 May 2013 64,287 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 31 May 2012 60,422 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front brake discs are pitted

N/S/F tyre perished

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F drum stick has slight play

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 60,422 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front brake discs are pitted

N/S/F tyre perished

O/S/F drum stick has slight play

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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XNH 467S is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNH 467S, 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 XNH 467S?

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What year was XNH 467S registered?

XNH 467S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is XNH 467S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNH 467S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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