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175 XVB

1961 MG Mga

Red Petrol 950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,823 mi
Last recorded15,823 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2016
Typical for 1961 MG Mga19,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration175 XVB
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine950cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2016 15,823 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Dec 2016 15,809 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 15,791 miles

Oil leak

Slight surface corrosion to some parts of under vehicle ok at time of test

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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175 XVB is a 1961 MG Mga in Red with a 950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1961 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 19,633 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 Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 175 XVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 65 years old, this MG Mga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 175 XVB?

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What year was 175 XVB registered?

175 XVB is a 1961 MG Mga, first registered on 1 December 1961.

Is 175 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 175 XVB shows 3 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 175 XVB have outstanding finance?

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