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XTL 269L

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,944 mi
Last recorded92,944 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTL 269L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 92,944 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 92,600 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Jul 2016 92,600 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jul 2015 92,306 miles

All tyres cracked and perished between treads no ply or cord showing

Front tyre sidewalls cracked and perished inner and outer no ply or cord showing

Pass 9 Jul 2014 91,861 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

front tyres slightly perished

slight bind n/s front brake.

Pass 15 Jul 2013 91,279 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres slightly perished.

Pass 30 May 2012 90,989 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 90,495 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 89,984 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 89,491 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 88,754 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 88,751 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 88,751 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

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
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XTL 269L is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange 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 XTL 269L, 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 XTL 269L?

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What year was XTL 269L registered?

XTL 269L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is XTL 269L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTL 269L 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.

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