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XWD 202S

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,858 mi
Last recorded76,858 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWD 202S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 76,858 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 76,582 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 75,400 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 74,975 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 74,975 miles

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

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

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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XWD 202S is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XWD 202S, 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

How do I check the history of XWD 202S?

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What year was XWD 202S registered?

XWD 202S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 21 February 1978.

Is XWD 202S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWD 202S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWD 202S have outstanding finance?

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