MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,578 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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
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
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
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
Headlight dip/main switch worn
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
both no.plate lamps emitting 50% light
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
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
ns headlight reflector poor
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
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)
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?
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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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