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XJB 921L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,835 mi
Last recorded60,835 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 921L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 60,835 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 59,570 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 58,215 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,396 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 56,421 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 56,421 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 54,664 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 53,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 52,020 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 51,311 miles

Both front tyres are worn on inner edges.

Fail 24 Aug 2011 50,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 50,025 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 49,038 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 47,168 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

co emissions slightly high - 6-7%

Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,755 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 42,218 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 39,663 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 36,887 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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XJB 921L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XJB 921L, 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 921L registered?

XJB 921L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is XJB 921L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 921L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJB 921L have outstanding finance?

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