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XOB 317T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,567 mi
Last recorded53,567 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOB 317T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 53,567 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 46,478 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 43,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 40,805 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 37,495 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 37,495 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 35,897 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 34,377 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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XOB 317T is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XOB 317T, 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 XOB 317T?

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What year was XOB 317T registered?

XOB 317T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1978.

Is XOB 317T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOB 317T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOB 317T have outstanding finance?

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