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XYK 165T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,503 mi
Last recorded16,503 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYK 165T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 16,503 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 16,352 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 16,233 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 15,942 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 15,613 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 15,159 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 May 2019 14,257 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 13,573 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 13,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2017 13,075 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,655 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,304 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 11,653 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 10,626 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 10,167 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 9,095 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 9,095 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 8,057 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 6,997 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 6,986 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 6,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 6,002 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 5,017 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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XYK 165T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XYK 165T, 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

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What year was XYK 165T registered?

XYK 165T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is XYK 165T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYK 165T shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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