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XPY 778T

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,506 mi
Last recorded58,506 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPY 778T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 58,506 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 58,081 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 57,521 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 56,830 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 56,015 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,994 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 54,424 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 93,614 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,828 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 52,298 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 51,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 50,793 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 50,793 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 50,027 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 50,027 miles

Nearside Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 49,184 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XPY 778T is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPY 778T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPY 778T?

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What year was XPY 778T registered?

XPY 778T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XPY 778T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPY 778T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPY 778T have outstanding finance?

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