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XLG 344R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,833 mi
Last recorded29,833 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLG 344R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 29,833 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 29,830 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 29,826 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 26 Feb 2008 29,432 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 29,432 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,280 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,816 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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XLG 344R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XLG 344R, 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

How do I check the history of XLG 344R?

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What year was XLG 344R registered?

XLG 344R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 28 January 1977.

Is XLG 344R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLG 344R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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