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XVC 787S

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,468 mi
Last recorded76,468 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVC 787S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 76,468 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 76,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

front tyres and offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Jul 2008 76,391 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 76,226 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 75,636 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 75,635 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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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XVC 787S is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XVC 787S, 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 XVC 787S?

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What year was XVC 787S registered?

XVC 787S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is XVC 787S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVC 787S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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