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XRE 863S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,970 mi
Last recorded76,970 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRE 863S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 76,970 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

seat belts slow functioning in and out

Fail 19 Nov 2018 76,968 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Park brake (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front King pin has slight play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under body and components heavily covered in underseal

Pass 11 Aug 2017 76,763 miles

Slight play noted on both N/s and O/S front king pins

Fail 7 Jul 2017 76,774 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Rear axle brake imbalance = 44% N/S slow to act. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake binding O/S is binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre showing signs of age cracking on sidewalls

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

Offside Rear Tyre showing signs of age cracking on sidewalls

Pass 23 Aug 2012 75,889 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 75,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,180 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 74,509 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 74,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 73,638 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 7,346 miles

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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XRE 863S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XRE 863S, 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 XRE 863S?

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What year was XRE 863S registered?

XRE 863S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is XRE 863S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRE 863S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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