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XMW 818K

1972 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,878 mi
Last recorded45,878 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2011
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMW 818K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2011 45,878 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 44,804 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 43,923 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 42,472 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 42,472 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 41,231 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 39,777 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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XMW 818K is a 1972 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XMW 818K, 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 XMW 818K?

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What year was XMW 818K registered?

XMW 818K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 24 March 1972.

Is XMW 818K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 818K 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.

Does XMW 818K have outstanding finance?

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