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XVG 1S

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,403 mi
Last recorded84,403 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVG 1S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 84,403 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 84,218 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 84,215 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Chip in zone A of windscreen

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front outer sill/wing corroding

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 84,213 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Chip in zone A of windscreen

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front outer sill/wing corroding

Offside rear inner wheel arch corroding

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 83,883 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 83,830 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 83,814 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XVG 1S is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVG 1S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XVG 1S registered?

XVG 1S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is XVG 1S safe to buy?

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