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XGT 22N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,989 mi
Last recorded35,989 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGT 22N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 35,989 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 35,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,923 miles

clutch pedal sluggish to return

slight bind near side front brake

Pass 9 Apr 2015 35,872 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 35,872 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 35,580 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 35,580 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,504 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 35,359 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 35,357 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 35,355 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 35,253 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 35,253 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 35,230 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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XGT 22N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 XGT 22N, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XGT 22N?

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What year was XGT 22N registered?

XGT 22N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 25 September 1974.

Is XGT 22N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGT 22N shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGT 22N have outstanding finance?

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