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KXC 897L

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

8,473 mi
Last recorded8,473 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXC 897L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 8,473 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2019 7,569 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 7,146 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 6,566 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 5,806 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 4,803 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 3,978 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,694 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 3,338 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 3,338 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,193 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 3,079 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 2,723 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 1,523 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2007 609 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 51,376 miles

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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KXC 897L is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KXC 897L, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KXC 897L?

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What year was KXC 897L registered?

KXC 897L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 2 July 1973.

Is KXC 897L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXC 897L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KXC 897L have outstanding finance?

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