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XOF 765T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,075 mi
Last recorded98,075 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOF 765T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 98,075 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 98,075 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 97,849 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 97,841 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 97,820 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 97,678 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 97,678 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 97,585 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 97,467 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 97,283 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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XOF 765T is a 1978 MG B in Green 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 XOF 765T, 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 XOF 765T?

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What year was XOF 765T registered?

XOF 765T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is XOF 765T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOF 765T 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.

Does XOF 765T have outstanding finance?

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