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XJB 701L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,905 mi
Last recorded67,905 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 701L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 67,905 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 67,642 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 67,642 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 67,364 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 67,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 66,997 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 66,916 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 66,759 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 66,418 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 66,418 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 66,088 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 66,080 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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XJB 701L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XJB 701L, 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 XJB 701L registered?

XJB 701L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is XJB 701L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 701L shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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