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XWW 66S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,139 mi
Last recorded80,139 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWW 66S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 80,139 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 80,029 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 79,670 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 79,257 miles

slight brake bind to offside rear brake.

Pass 21 Oct 2014 79,011 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Slight brake bind to offside park brake.

Pass 24 Oct 2013 78,847 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 78,352 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 78,345 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 9 Nov 2011 77,872 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

propshaft u/j has slight play

Pass 9 Nov 2011 77,872 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

propshaft u/j has slight play

Pass 7 Jul 2010 77,394 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 76,820 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 76,820 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 75,856 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 15 Jun 2007 74,796 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 74,796 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 73,890 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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XWW 66S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XWW 66S, 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 XWW 66S?

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What year was XWW 66S registered?

XWW 66S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1978.

Is XWW 66S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWW 66S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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