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XAB 463M

1973 MG B GT

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,802 mi
Last recorded97,802 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAB 463M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 97,802 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 97,655 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 97,265 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 96,634 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 96,631 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 95,896 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 95,895 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XAB 463M is a 1973 MG B GT in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,488 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAB 463M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAB 463M?

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What year was XAB 463M registered?

XAB 463M is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is XAB 463M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAB 463M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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