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VXF 877M

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,849 mi
Last recorded94,849 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXF 877M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 94,849 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 94,212 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 93,003 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 92,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 91,378 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 90,230 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 88,356 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 86,865 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill / floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 May 2017 85,556 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2016 84,212 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 82,869 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 81,795 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 81,774 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

fuel pipe off pump poor con,

Pass 10 May 2013 80,904 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,894 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 80,873 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 80,860 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 80,728 miles

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

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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VXF 877M is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VXF 877M, 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

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What year was VXF 877M registered?

VXF 877M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 17 December 1973.

Is VXF 877M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXF 877M 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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