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XAR 10M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

37,203 mi
Last recorded37,203 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAR 10M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 37,203 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres cracking slightly

Fail 3 Nov 2016 37,203 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 14 Sep 2015 36,645 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 35,962 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 35,962 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 34,899 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 34,860 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,749 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 334,749 miles

slight lift in both front spindles

Pass 11 Mar 2010 32,766 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 32,766 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside headlight not sitting correctly

Fail 24 Sep 2009 32,751 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 32,514 miles

nearside front floor starting to corrode

Pass 19 Jun 2007 31,735 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 30,690 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 30,690 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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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XAR 10M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 XAR 10M, 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 XAR 10M registered?

XAR 10M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 10 April 1974.

Is XAR 10M safe to buy?

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