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WXA 869M

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

69,027 mi
Last recorded69,027 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXA 869M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 69,027 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 69,018 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 May 2018 68,794 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 68,777 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Aug 2016 68,777 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,570 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 67,986 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 66,331 miles

nsr suspension slighty low

parking brake cable sloww to return

rear axle limit straps deteriorating

slight twist in nsf brake flexy hose.

Pass 16 Apr 2012 65,342 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 64,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 62,694 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 62,349 miles

o/s wiper blade split still clearing screen †clutch pedal rubber split †front number plate delaminating †n/s/r light lens loose †o/s/r tyre close to limit on inner edge

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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WXA 869M is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WXA 869M, 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 WXA 869M registered?

WXA 869M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 13 August 1973.

Is WXA 869M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WXA 869M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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