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XWC 628

1963 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,204 mi
Last recorded85,204 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1963 MG Mgb25,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWC 628
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1963
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 85,204 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 84,368 miles

Drivers seat modified to fixed position

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

Passenger seat & seat belt missing at time of test

Rear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Slight oil leak from O/S/R axle seal

Vehicle is track prepared

Fail 2 Jun 2017 84,368 miles

Drivers seat modified to fixed position

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat & seat belt missing at time of test

Rear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Slight oil leak from O/S/R axle seal

Vehicle is track prepared

Pass 23 Mar 2016 62,701 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XWC 628 is a 1963 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1963 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 25,898 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWC 628, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 63 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XWC 628?

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What year was XWC 628 registered?

XWC 628 is a 1963 MG Mgb, first registered on 14 February 1963.

Is XWC 628 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWC 628 shows 4 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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