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XDV 528K

1972 MG Unknown

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,961 mi
Last recorded21,961 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDV 528K
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2023 21,961 miles

Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Bonnet (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (Anti-roll bar mounting point) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Aftermarket over sills fitted, preventing full inspection of outer sills

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside front kingpin has slight play

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside front kingpin has slight play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 21,258 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front slight corrosion inner sill

Pass 30 Sep 2020 16,235 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 16,212 miles

Emissions not tested fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 29,109 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 15 Aug 2019 29,109 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Not locking (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On cross member (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill / wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Aug 2018 29,109 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch lower sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 29,109 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 29,109 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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XDV 528K is a 1972 MG Unknown in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XDV 528K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 54 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XDV 528K registered?

XDV 528K is a 1972 MG Unknown, first registered on 28 March 1972.

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