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XGR 411R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

91,953 mi
Last recorded91,953 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGR 411R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 91,953 miles

front brakes sticky

lights appear dull

ns number plate bottom bulb inop

front bearing slight play

Fail 13 May 2014 91,953 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

front bearing slight play

front brakes sticky

lights appear dull

ns number plate bottom bulb inop

Pass 8 May 2013 91,977 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 May 2013 91,971 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 May 2012 91,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 May 2012 91,946 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 May 2011 91,982 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

n/s/f inner track rod has slight play

n/s/r brake sticking slightly

o/s/f inner track rod has slight play

Fail 3 May 2011 91,892 miles

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

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

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

n/s/f inner track rod has slight play

n/s/r brake sticking slightly

o/s/f inner track rod has slight play

Pass 4 May 2010 91,886 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

n/s/f track rod end close to road wheel

Fail 1 May 2010 91,886 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

n/s/f track rod end close to road wheel

Pass 1 May 2009 91,755 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 91,667 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 91,667 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2007 91,603 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 91,603 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 89,607 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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XGR 411R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 XGR 411R, 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

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What year was XGR 411R registered?

XGR 411R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 June 1977.

Is XGR 411R safe to buy?

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