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XDF 363J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

2,720 mi
Last recorded2,720 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDF 363J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 2,720 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 1,331 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 67,429 miles

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 67,429 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 66,132 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 3 Nov 2011 66,528 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 66,501 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 93,828 miles

Nearside Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 93,706 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 93,579 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 93,575 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 May 2006 92,796 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 92,774 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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XDF 363J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 XDF 363J, 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 55 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 XDF 363J registered?

XDF 363J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is XDF 363J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDF 363J shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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