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XGV 204K

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,659 mi
Last recorded63,659 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGV 204K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 63,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 61,551 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,474 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 55,585 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

fuel pump rubber hose deteriorated

Pass 4 Jul 2013 52,969 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 58,261 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 51,362 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 51,362 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 51,271 miles

Slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 8 Apr 2006 51,032 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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XGV 204K is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGV 204K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGV 204K registered?

XGV 204K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is XGV 204K safe to buy?

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