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XRU 452K

1971 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,467 mi
Last recorded20,467 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 452K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 20,467 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,317 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 20,317 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 20,164 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 19,845 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 18,418 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 16,299 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,153 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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XRU 452K is a 1971 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XRU 452K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XRU 452K registered?

XRU 452K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 19 November 1971.

Is XRU 452K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 452K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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