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XJB 753L

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,051 mi
Last recorded69,051 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 753L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 69,051 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering appears stiff (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 68,531 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 67,239 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 66,785 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 66,488 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 65,786 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,663 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 64,061 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 64,061 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 86,424 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 86,421 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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XJB 753L is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XJB 753L, 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

How do I check the history of XJB 753L?

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What year was XJB 753L registered?

XJB 753L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is XJB 753L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 753L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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