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WXG 53N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,471 mi
Last recorded89,471 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXG 53N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 May 2019 89,471 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 89,256 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 89,068 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 88,836 miles

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

Front head lamp switch faulty intermittent fault

Front windscreen washers need adjustment or repair

Pass 1 May 2015 88,547 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 88,462 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 88,296 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 87,831 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 87,345 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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WXG 53N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 WXG 53N, 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 52 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 WXG 53N registered?

WXG 53N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 21 August 1974.

Is WXG 53N safe to buy?

The MOT history for WXG 53N shows 9 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 WXG 53N have outstanding finance?

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