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XPC 31N

1974 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,025 mi
Last recorded27,025 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPC 31N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 27,025 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 26,903 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2011 26,317 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2011 26,309 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2010 26,076 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 26,076 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 25,343 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 25,338 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 25,281 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 24,551 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 22,401 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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XPC 31N is a 1974 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XPC 31N, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPC 31N?

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What year was XPC 31N registered?

XPC 31N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is XPC 31N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPC 31N shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPC 31N have outstanding finance?

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