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XPU 395L

1973 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

62,022 mi
Last recorded62,022 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 1973 MG B GT41,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPU 395L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 62,022 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 60,915 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 59,880 miles

Oil leak engine ()

all four tyres starting to crack

Pass 7 Nov 2016 59,018 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Nov 2016 59,018 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 58,171 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 58,170 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 59,277 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 56,474 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 55,928 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

rear exhaust mountins starting to split

Pass 17 Oct 2011 55,258 miles

n/s/f road wheel binding

o/s/r road wheel binding

Fail 9 Sep 2011 55,243 miles

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

n/s jacking point inadequate weld

Pass 9 Sep 2010 54,380 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 53,014 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 53,014 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 52,385 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 52,295 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 52,118 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 51,985 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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XPU 395L is a 1973 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1973 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,488 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 XPU 395L, 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 53 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPU 395L registered?

XPU 395L is a 1973 MG B GT, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is XPU 395L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPU 395L shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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