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XRX 152T

1978 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,130 mi
Last recorded36,130 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRX 152T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 36,130 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 35,853 miles

Nearside Front Lower kingpin has slight lift

all four tyres are cracking

Pass 16 Aug 2014 35,798 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 35,772 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 35,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 35,302 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 34,911 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 34,578 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 133,812 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 133,812 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

N/s front king pin ,slight play

Pass 16 May 2007 33,423 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 32,960 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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XRX 152T is a 1978 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XRX 152T, 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 XRX 152T registered?

XRX 152T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 14 November 1978.

Is XRX 152T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRX 152T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRX 152T have outstanding finance?

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