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XSX 163R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,752 mi
Last recorded91,752 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSX 163R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 91,752 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 91,407 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 91,392 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 90,979 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2024 90,961 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 90,491 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 89,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 88,764 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 88,742 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 87,418 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 85,915 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 84,485 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 83,089 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 5 Jun 2014 82,076 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 81,055 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 79,678 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

compertition braided flexi brake hoses fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2011 79,152 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 78,400 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 78,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 77,260 miles

1. both steering rack gaiters becoming perished. 2. o/s brake slightly tight. 3. n/s handbrake slightly tight. 4. slight leak on n/s rear shock absorber.

Pass 15 May 2006 77,045 miles

o/s/f brake slightly tight † †slight leak on n/s/r lower shock absorber

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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XSX 163R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 XSX 163R, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XSX 163R registered?

XSX 163R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 7 July 1977.

Is XSX 163R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSX 163R shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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