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XBV 762M

1973 MG Mgb

Maroon Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,785 mi
Last recorded26,785 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 762M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 26,785 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,335 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,769 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,586 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 13,268 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 13,268 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

steering u/j has very slight end float.

tail silencer clamp missing.

Pass 21 Jun 2006 12,937 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,937 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XBV 762M is a 1973 MG Mgb in Maroon with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBV 762M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBV 762M?

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What year was XBV 762M registered?

XBV 762M is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is XBV 762M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBV 762M 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.

Does XBV 762M have outstanding finance?

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