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XJW 384T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

86,216 mi
Last recorded86,216 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJW 384T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 86,216 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

repairs to vehicle have been underseald

Fail 3 Jul 2018 86,192 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured various engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

near side rear tyre perished

off side rear brake backing plate is moist

off side rear tyre low on tread, perished and in poor condition

under car covered in underseal

Pass 10 Jul 2017 85,955 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underseal chassis (6.1.A.1)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2016 85,860 miles

main headlight switch faulty

nearside rear tyre outer side wall cracking

offside rear tyre Cracking badly on the outer side wall

Pass 18 Jun 2015 85,684 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer side walls

drivers seat runners stiff

oil leak

slight judder on offside front foot brake

under seal on bottom of vehicle

wiring under steering colunm

Fail 22 May 2015 85,629 miles

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

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2014 85,599 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 85,483 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,388 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 85,388 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 85,261 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 85,261 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 84,720 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 84,481 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 84,375 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 84,371 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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XJW 384T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,950 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJW 384T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJW 384T registered?

XJW 384T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 19 October 1978.

Is XJW 384T safe to buy?

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