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XOK 939T

1979 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

91,067 mi
Last recorded91,067 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOK 939T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 91,067 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 90,989 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 90,823 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 90,730 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 90,492 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 90,419 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 90,213 miles

Offside door sill attn. n f

Pass 23 Oct 2017 89,867 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 89,758 miles

lift in both king pins

Pass 26 Oct 2015 89,630 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 89,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 89,345 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

lift ln king pins

Fail 13 Aug 2014 89,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

lift ln king pins

Pass 17 Apr 2013 87,885 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 87,882 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2012 87,778 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 87,501 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 87,044 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 86,574 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 85,050 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 84,413 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 81,920 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XOK 939T is a 1979 MG Mgb in White with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XOK 939T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XOK 939T?

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What year was XOK 939T registered?

XOK 939T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is XOK 939T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOK 939T shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XOK 939T have outstanding finance?

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