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XNK 375J

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,959 mi
Last recorded36,959 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNK 375J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 36,959 miles

offside outer sill corroded

slight play in front kingpins

Pass 20 May 2019 36,175 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 34,762 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 34,079 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 33,752 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 33,140 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 31,904 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 31,307 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 30,617 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 30,594 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 29,806 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 21 May 2010 28,412 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 27,090 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 26,495 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,215 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 23,614 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 21,325 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XNK 375J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XNK 375J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XNK 375J registered?

XNK 375J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 7 July 1971.

Is XNK 375J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNK 375J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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