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XEU 180K

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,982 mi
Last recorded86,982 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEU 180K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 86,982 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 86,798 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2022 86,023 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 86,009 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 85,965 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 85,236 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 85,115 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 85,115 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 84,341 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 84,281 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 84,157 miles

small splits on ends of both wiper blades

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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XEU 180K is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XEU 180K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEU 180K?

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What year was XEU 180K registered?

XEU 180K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is XEU 180K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEU 180K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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