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XRT 250S

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,837 mi
Last recorded89,837 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRT 250S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2011 89,837 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 89,828 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 89,811 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

near side tyre showing cracking on surface of tyre

off side tyre showing signs of cracking on surface of tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2007 89,485 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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XRT 250S is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XRT 250S, 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

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What year was XRT 250S registered?

XRT 250S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 11 February 1978.

Is XRT 250S safe to buy?

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