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XUN 581K

1972 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,123 mi
Last recorded66,123 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUN 581K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 66,123 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 66,075 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 65,883 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 65,883 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 65,858 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 65,811 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 65,639 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,610 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 65,481 miles

slight fluid leak from rear axle

Pass 2 Jul 2009 65,207 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 65,192 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 65,012 miles

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

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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XUN 581K is a 1972 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 XUN 581K, 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 XUN 581K?

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What year was XUN 581K registered?

XUN 581K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is XUN 581K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUN 581K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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