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HVX 606T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,432 mi
Last recorded71,432 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 606T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 71,432 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 67,179 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Jul 2017 66,580 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 66,576 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 66,131 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 66,127 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 65,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2010 65,209 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 64,831 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 64,819 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 64,819 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 63,841 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 63,837 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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HVX 606T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 HVX 606T, 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 HVX 606T?

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What year was HVX 606T registered?

HVX 606T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is HVX 606T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 606T shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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