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XSD 3L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,520 mi
Last recorded88,520 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSD 3L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 88,520 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 88,838 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 88,072 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 87,699 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2013 87,460 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 87,211 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 87,023 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Aug 2011 87,023 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 6 Aug 2010 86,891 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 86,891 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 36,763 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 36,757 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 86,149 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 85,576 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 85,576 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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XSD 3L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 XSD 3L, 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 54 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 XSD 3L?

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What year was XSD 3L registered?

XSD 3L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is XSD 3L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSD 3L shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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