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XUK 21T

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,440 mi
Last recorded90,440 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUK 21T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 90,440 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 90,403 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 88,792 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 82,465 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 82,446 miles

slight play in n/s/f trunion

Pass 25 Jun 2010 82,348 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 81,870 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 81,862 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 81,351 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 80,429 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 79,640 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 79,623 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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XUK 21T is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 XUK 21T, 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 48 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 XUK 21T?

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What year was XUK 21T registered?

XUK 21T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is XUK 21T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUK 21T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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