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XBV 771M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,373 mi
Last recorded14,373 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 771M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 14,373 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 13,897 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 13,005 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,939 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,849 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 10,273 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 7,950 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 7,912 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 7,574 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 6 Aug 2009 7,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

play in front prop shaft uj

wheel weights hitting on track rod ends

Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,129 miles

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

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

n/s/r wheel cylinder retaining device incorrectly fitted

rear brake hose slightly twisted

Fail 23 Jul 2008 7,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

n/s/r wheel cylinder retaining device incorrectly fitted

rear brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,748 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 7,251 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2006 6,507 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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XBV 771M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XBV 771M, 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 XBV 771M registered?

XBV 771M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is XBV 771M safe to buy?

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