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XVG 383S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

39,578 mi
Last recorded39,578 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVG 383S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 39,578 miles

column cowling insecure

corrosion on underside and sill

flat washers missing on nuts / bolts on front suspension components

lift in steering column

rear brakes uneven

welding work carried out on underside

Fail 19 Aug 2014 39,569 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

column cowling insecure

corrosion on underside and sill

flat washers missing on nuts / bolts on front suspension components

lift in steering column

rear brakes uneven

steering rack damp

welding work carried out on underside

Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Aug 2013 34,941 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2012 33,504 miles

Headlight dip/main switch worn

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both no.plate lamps emitting 50% light

Fail 18 Jun 2012 33,504 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Headlight dip/main switch worn

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both no.plate lamps emitting 50% light

Pass 2 Aug 2010 31,512 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

ns headlight reflector poor

Fail 29 Jul 2010 31,506 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

ns headlight reflector poor

Pass 16 Apr 2009 29,117 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 29,117 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 22,276 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 21,157 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 20,844 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

both front suspension pins have slight movement

offside front floor pan has small hole due to corrosion

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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XVG 383S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 XVG 383S, 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.

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What year was XVG 383S registered?

XVG 383S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is XVG 383S safe to buy?

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