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XPB 877N

1974 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,355 mi
Last recorded11,355 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPB 877N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 11,355 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 8,796 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,776 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 2,046 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 2,046 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 93,562 miles

Oil leak

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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XPB 877N is a 1974 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 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 XPB 877N, 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 52 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 XPB 877N?

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What year was XPB 877N registered?

XPB 877N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 6 September 1974.

Is XPB 877N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPB 877N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPB 877N have outstanding finance?

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