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HKX 22T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,094 mi
Last recorded65,094 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKX 22T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 65,094 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 65,094 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

Pass 20 Jul 2012 65,081 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2011 65,046 miles

front wipoer blades streaking slightly

Fail 22 Jul 2011 65,046 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front wipoer blades streaking slightly

Pass 14 Jul 2010 65,001 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 65,001 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

clutch and brake pedal rubbers slightly worn

corrosion to nearside front wing

nail in offside rear tyre

rear exhaust box corroded small hole slight leak

slight coolant leak

some corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 1 Jul 2009 64,957 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 64,844 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 64,844 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 64,643 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 64,350 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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HKX 22T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HKX 22T, 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 HKX 22T?

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What year was HKX 22T registered?

HKX 22T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is HKX 22T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKX 22T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HKX 22T have outstanding finance?

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