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XAA 531R

1976 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,231 mi
Last recorded65,231 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAA 531R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 65,231 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 64,675 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 64,612 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 63,001 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 62,449 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 62,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 61,315 miles

side walls cracked on all 4 tyres not to cord

Pass 8 Feb 2011 59,471 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 59,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 57,105 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 57,105 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 55,926 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 55,194 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 55,084 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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XAA 531R is a 1976 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAA 531R, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAA 531R?

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What year was XAA 531R registered?

XAA 531R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 12 November 1976.

Is XAA 531R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAA 531R shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAA 531R have outstanding finance?

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