CarVerify

Free Car Check

XSG 368K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,678 mi
Last recorded92,678 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSG 368K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 92,678 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 92,155 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 92,111 miles

Fuel hose leaking fuel pump pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body panel insecure wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 17 Jun 2020 90,867 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside parking brake low compared to n/s

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 90,474 miles

Nearside Front Slight play in king pin

Pass 13 Jun 2018 89,460 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear springs saggy

Pass 14 Jun 2017 87,740 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 86,515 miles

All front suspension joints need greasing

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated damp (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear hand brake figures only just met

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished & starting to split (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 84,004 miles

Nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey on rotation

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

Fail 17 Apr 2015 84,004 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisey on rotation

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 82,057 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 80,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 78,944 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
Full MG B GT reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XSG 368K is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 XSG 368K, 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 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSG 368K?

You can check the full history of XSG 368K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XSG 368K registered?

XSG 368K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 11 February 1972.

Is XSG 368K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSG 368K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSG 368K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XSG 368K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.