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XVH 55R

1977 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,932 mi
Last recorded41,932 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVH 55R
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 41,932 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 41,722 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 41,659 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 41,610 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 41,454 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 40,993 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 40,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 40,819 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 40,230 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 40,124 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 40,073 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 40,066 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 39,758 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 39,362 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 39,362 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 37,968 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 37,943 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 37,943 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

has an over whelming smell of petrol inside the car

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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XVH 55R is a 1977 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVH 55R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 49 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVH 55R?

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What year was XVH 55R registered?

XVH 55R is a 1977 MG B GT V8, first registered on 27 February 1977.

Is XVH 55R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVH 55R shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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