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XWX 222L

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,767 mi
Last recorded18,767 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWX 222L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 18,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 18,184 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,138 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 17,137 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 15,453 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 14,251 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2011 12,820 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 11,684 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,709 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 9,680 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 9,229 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 9,208 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

General engine, gearbox and radiator leaks

Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,668 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 4,668 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

many parts of structure at earlier stages of corrosion

varoius oil leaks on engine and box

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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XWX 222L is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWX 222L, 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 XWX 222L registered?

XWX 222L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1973.

Is XWX 222L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWX 222L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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