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XBY 152M

1974 MG Mgbgt

Maroon Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,047 mi
Last recorded5,047 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2010
Typical for 1974 MG Mgbgt41,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 152M
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2010 5,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside sill area around castle sections and floorpan (underside) showing surface corrosion due to failure of underseal. Advise treatment of steelwork to prevent condition worsening and reapply surface finish/protection.

Pass 6 Mar 2010 5,047 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside sill area around castle sections and floorpan (underside) showing surface corrosion due to failure of underseal. Advise treatment of steelwork to prevent condition worsening and reapply surface finish/protection.

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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XBY 152M is a 1974 MG Mgbgt in Maroon with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 41,555 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBY 152M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBY 152M?

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What year was XBY 152M registered?

XBY 152M is a 1974 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is XBY 152M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 152M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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