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XAK 280L

1972 MG Mgb GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,368 mi
Last recorded29,368 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb GT41,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAK 280L
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 29,368 miles

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

leak n/s/r

Fail 30 Apr 2016 29,329 miles

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

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

leak n/s/r

Pass 30 Apr 2015 2,687 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,577 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,567 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

poor welding to front chassis rails

Fail 22 Mar 2013 16,567 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

poor welding to front chassis rails

strong advisory that the nearside front tyre is worn to limit on inner edge (advise replacement)

strong advisory that the rear tyres are perishing

Pass 9 May 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,629 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

both front brakes binding when raised and rotated

nearside rear aft shaft seal leaking onto back plate

screen washers just hit screen

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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XAK 280L is a 1972 MG Mgb GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 41,124 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 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAK 280L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XAK 280L registered?

XAK 280L is a 1972 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is XAK 280L safe to buy?

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