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XVX 910L

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,114 mi
Last recorded96,114 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVX 910L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 96,114 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 96,020 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 95,921 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 95,896 miles

washers weak

Pass 23 Jul 2013 95,842 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 95,842 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Jul 2012 95,786 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 95,786 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 95,721 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 95,709 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 95,699 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 95,533 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 95,451 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 95,403 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

rear axle straps in poor condition

washers need to be better

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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XVX 910L is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XVX 910L, 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 XVX 910L?

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What year was XVX 910L registered?

XVX 910L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is XVX 910L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVX 910L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XVX 910L have outstanding finance?

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