MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,625 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Outer Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Outer Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the MG Mgb?
Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XTB 540T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XTB 540T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of XTB 540T?
You can check the full history of XTB 540T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was XTB 540T registered?
XTB 540T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1978.
Is XTB 540T safe to buy?
The MOT history for XTB 540T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XTB 540T have outstanding finance?
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