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XWV 377T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,929 mi
Last recorded32,929 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWV 377T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 32,929 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 32,497 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,809 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 30,565 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 29,095 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 28,263 miles

exhaust rusty

oil leaks on engine and gearbox

Fail 19 Sep 2012 25,346 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine running hot & steam coming out of demister

idle speed at 2000+ rpm

n/s/f tyre wall fatigued

rear fog light & tel tale not working

Pass 19 Sep 2012 25,346 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine running hot & steam coming out of demister

idle speed at 2000+ rpm

n/s/f tyre wall fatigued

rear fog light & tel tale not working

Pass 5 May 2010 25,166 miles

SMALL CRACKS ON N/S/F TYRE

cracks on petrol cap seal

oil leaks from engine and gearbox

travel on handbrake

Pass 19 Apr 2007 24,942 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 24,671 miles

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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XWV 377T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XWV 377T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XWV 377T?

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What year was XWV 377T registered?

XWV 377T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1978.

Is XWV 377T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWV 377T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWV 377T have outstanding finance?

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