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XJH 46L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,311 mi
Last recorded80,311 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJH 46L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 80,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 79,703 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 78,739 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 77,307 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 76,860 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 75,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 74,580 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,054 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 71,529 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 71,522 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 71,468 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 71,468 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 68,615 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 21 Jun 2007 68,545 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 68,506 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 68,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XJH 46L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XJH 46L, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJH 46L registered?

XJH 46L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is XJH 46L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJH 46L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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