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XFC 737K

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,783 mi
Last recorded88,783 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFC 737K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 88,783 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 88,773 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 88,736 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 88,722 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 88,713 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 88,639 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 88,591 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2012 88,591 miles

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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 88,559 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 88,552 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 88,539 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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XFC 737K is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc 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 XFC 737K, 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

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What year was XFC 737K registered?

XFC 737K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 June 1972.

Is XFC 737K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFC 737K 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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