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XWE 939M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,204 mi
Last recorded22,204 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWE 939M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 22,204 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 21,304 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 20,796 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 20,291 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 19,620 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 19,069 miles

slight lift in n/s/f king pin

Pass 2 Jun 2014 18,701 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 18,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,265 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 17,976 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 17,323 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 17,083 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 16,283 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 15,664 miles

fuel smell at rear of car

Pass 3 Apr 2007 14,959 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 14,937 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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XWE 939M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XWE 939M, 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 XWE 939M?

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What year was XWE 939M registered?

XWE 939M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is XWE 939M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWE 939M shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWE 939M have outstanding finance?

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