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XOK 640T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,785 mi
Last recorded6,785 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOK 640T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 6,785 miles

Corrosion to off side front inner wing.

Pass 14 May 2011 6,190 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 May 2011 6,190 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 5,687 miles

Oil leak

all repairs painted

different size tyres front to rear

holes corrosion to nearside inner wing , not within a prescribed area

nearside front lower trunion bushes in poor condition

offside rear tyre heavily cracked in tread

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

slight play in steering rack

Fail 15 Apr 2010 5,687 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

different size tyres front to rear

holes corrosion to nearside inner wing , not within a prescribed area

nearside front lower trunion bushes in poor condition

offside rear tyre heavily cracked in tread

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Feb 2009 5,109 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 4,810 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 4,697 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2006 4,156 miles

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

dampness around nearside rear back plate

nearside front chassis leg holed and corroded

play in offside front top kingpin

underbody heavily corroded

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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XOK 640T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 XOK 640T, 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 47 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 XOK 640T?

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What year was XOK 640T registered?

XOK 640T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 12 February 1979.

Is XOK 640T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOK 640T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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