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XAL 179M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,931 mi
Last recorded47,931 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 179M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 47,931 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 46,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 45,751 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 44,830 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 44,830 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 43,091 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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XAL 179M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XAL 179M, 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 XAL 179M?

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What year was XAL 179M registered?

XAL 179M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1973.

Is XAL 179M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 179M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAL 179M have outstanding finance?

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