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XAW 750K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,126 mi
Last recorded78,126 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAW 750K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2014 78,126 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

hole in o/s/f floor pan.

lots of corroded areas underside of this vehicle.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 75,071 miles

Oil leak

rear axle straps weak.

Pass 3 Jul 2012 71,551 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 87,897 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 64,570 miles

engine coolant leak

offside rear upper fuel lines corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2009 61,459 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 57,928 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 54,872 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 750K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XAW 750K, 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

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What year was XAW 750K registered?

XAW 750K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 12 January 1972.

Is XAW 750K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAW 750K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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