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XRP 250S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,029 mi
Last recorded47,029 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRP 250S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 47,029 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 44,411 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 44,411 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 44,153 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 40,880 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,847 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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XRP 250S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XRP 250S, 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 XRP 250S?

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What year was XRP 250S registered?

XRP 250S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1978.

Is XRP 250S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRP 250S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRP 250S have outstanding finance?

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