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XOH 605T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,627 mi
Last recorded3,627 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOH 605T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 3,627 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 2,840 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished

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

Offside Front tyre cracked and perished

Pass 17 Apr 2014 2,515 miles

slight lift in o/s steering rack end

Pass 30 Jan 2013 1,578 miles

1 out of the 2 Number plate light bulb is loose in the cover

Both front wheels(inside)rubbing on the track rod end rubber boots

Both rear shock absorbers slightly leaking

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Slight noise from nearside rear wheel when rotated

Steering column rubbing on a HT lead

floor pans welded from the inside of the vehicle

Pass 6 Jul 2011 99,896 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 99,892 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

petrol pipes carroded

slight play rear wheel bearing nearside

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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XOH 605T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XOH 605T, 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

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What year was XOH 605T registered?

XOH 605T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is XOH 605T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOH 605T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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