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XTD 776N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,381 mi
Last recorded63,381 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTD 776N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 63,381 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 63,380 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most of the brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

leaf spring clamps missing or damaged on both sides

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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XTD 776N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 XTD 776N, 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 52 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 XTD 776N?

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What year was XTD 776N registered?

XTD 776N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is XTD 776N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTD 776N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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