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XSX 776W

1980 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,852 mi
Last recorded22,852 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSX 776W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 22,852 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 21,721 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 20,305 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 19,499 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 16,855 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,838 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 15,831 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Both fronts (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,154 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2015 11,990 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

slight noise o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 6 Mar 2015 11,990 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

slight noise o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 11 Mar 2014 8,126 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 8,124 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 8,002 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 7,985 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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XSX 776W is a 1980 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 776W, 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 46 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 XSX 776W?

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What year was XSX 776W registered?

XSX 776W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is XSX 776W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSX 776W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSX 776W have outstanding finance?

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