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XFR 268R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,843 mi
Last recorded47,843 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFR 268R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 47,843 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake effort low

Pass 5 Jul 2017 46,874 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 45,715 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 45,715 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 44,668 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 44,088 miles

Signs of steering shaft just touching offside engine mounting bracket.

Fail 23 Jul 2013 43,355 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 43,355 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 41,874 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 41,127 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Dec 2009 41,127 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 40,871 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 40,375 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 39,519 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 39,513 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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XFR 268R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 XFR 268R, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XFR 268R?

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What year was XFR 268R registered?

XFR 268R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is XFR 268R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFR 268R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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