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XEU 43K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

55,507 mi
Last recorded55,507 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEU 43K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 55,507 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 55,507 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 55,477 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has corroded hole at the bottom off wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire near carbs (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 54,605 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 54,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted catching wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 53,667 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Aug 2016 53,381 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 53,377 miles

Fuel system component leaking Pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 53,128 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 52,955 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 52,599 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 52,255 miles

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO PERISH AND CRACK

Fail 17 Mar 2012 52,255 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Jun 2011 52,064 miles

NEARSIDE REAR STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 5 Jun 2010 51,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2009 50,781 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 49,969 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 49,404 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 48,254 miles

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 43K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 XEU 43K, 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.

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What year was XEU 43K registered?

XEU 43K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 12 August 1971.

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