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XOE 486T

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

79,895 mi
Last recorded79,895 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOE 486T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 79,895 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 78,738 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 77,303 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 76,303 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 75,521 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 74,323 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 72,998 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 71,213 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 70,071 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 68,628 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 68,625 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play detected at nearside front suspension and it would appear that the suspension system requires adjustment or repair.

Play detected at offside front suspension and it would appear that the suspension system requires adjustment or repair.

Play detected in steering and it wouls appear that the steering system requires adjustment or repair.

Play in steering rack.

Pass 12 Oct 2009 66,975 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 66,896 miles

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 63,017 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 60,754 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 59,852 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 59,852 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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XOE 486T is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XOE 486T, 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 XOE 486T?

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What year was XOE 486T registered?

XOE 486T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 10 October 1978.

Is XOE 486T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOE 486T shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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