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XWD 874S

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

226,699 mi
Last recorded226,699 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWD 874S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 226,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 21,883 miles

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

front wishbone bushes perished

some corrosion in vehicle

Pass 29 Jun 2015 21,686 miles

both front lower wishbone bushes deteriorated

both n/s tyres perished

some corrosion in vehicle

Fail 17 Jun 2015 21,684 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both front lower wishbone bushes deteriorated

both n/s tyres perished

some corrosion in vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2014 21,563 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,902 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 20,460 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,652 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 19,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 19,300 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 17,961 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 16,089 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 13,521 miles

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 874S is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 874S, 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 874S?

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What year was XWD 874S registered?

XWD 874S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 10 April 1978.

Is XWD 874S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWD 874S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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