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XOJ 835T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,591 mi
Last recorded51,591 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOJ 835T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 51,591 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Nov 2016 51,518 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 51,518 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 51,514 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 51,477 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 51,477 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 51,428 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2013 51,428 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 51,038 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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XOJ 835T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 XOJ 835T, 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 XOJ 835T?

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What year was XOJ 835T registered?

XOJ 835T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 20 November 1978.

Is XOJ 835T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOJ 835T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOJ 835T have outstanding finance?

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