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XAW 719K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

8,382 mi
Last recorded8,382 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAW 719K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 8,382 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 5,081 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 1,600 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 97,616 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 97,616 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 96,546 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 94,065 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 94,065 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 91,392 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 88,743 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 88,743 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 86,263 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 84,760 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 84,760 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 83,674 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 79,422 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 75,806 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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XAW 719K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 XAW 719K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAW 719K?

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What year was XAW 719K registered?

XAW 719K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is XAW 719K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAW 719K shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAW 719K have outstanding finance?

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