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XPU 418L

1973 MG Mgbgt

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,503 mi
Last recorded17,503 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 1973 MG Mgbgt36,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPU 418L
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 17,503 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 16,635 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 16,621 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 16,357 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 15,649 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 15,625 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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XPU 418L is a 1973 MG Mgbgt in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 36,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPU 418L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPU 418L?

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What year was XPU 418L registered?

XPU 418L is a 1973 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is XPU 418L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPU 418L 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.

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