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XRV 671L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,042 mi
Last recorded83,042 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRV 671L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2014 83,042 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 82,590 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 81,889 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 81,551 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 80,397 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2008 80,091 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 80,083 miles

front to rear brake pipes rusty

radiator starting to leak

vehicle getting very rusty on all panels and especially on underside

Pass 1 Mar 2006 80,059 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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XRV 671L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XRV 671L, 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 XRV 671L?

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What year was XRV 671L registered?

XRV 671L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 21 February 1973.

Is XRV 671L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRV 671L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRV 671L have outstanding finance?

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