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XGF 263M

1974 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,934 mi
Last recorded58,934 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGF 263M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 58,934 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2006 58,165 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 58,165 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XGF 263M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGF 263M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XGF 263M?

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What year was XGF 263M registered?

XGF 263M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 July 1974.

Is XGF 263M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGF 263M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGF 263M have outstanding finance?

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