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XCG 26R

1976 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,776 mi
Last recorded82,776 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCG 26R
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2017 82,776 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 80,944 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 78,891 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 76,051 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 72,653 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 68,775 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 64,171 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,626 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 54,811 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 50,027 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 48,248 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 41,934 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XCG 26R is a 1976 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,848 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XCG 26R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 50 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XCG 26R?

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What year was XCG 26R registered?

XCG 26R is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is XCG 26R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCG 26R shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XCG 26R have outstanding finance?

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