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XUR 997M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,616 mi
Last recorded32,616 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUR 997M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 32,616 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 32,616 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 32,365 miles

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Fail 27 Feb 2017 32,365 miles

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,137 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 32,137 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,610 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 31,610 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 May 2013 29,850 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 29,741 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Slight binding to front brakes

Pass 5 May 2010 29,617 miles

Oil leak from engine area

Slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Slight lift in both front king pins

Pass 5 May 2009 29,429 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,344 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 29,210 miles

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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XUR 997M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XUR 997M, 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 XUR 997M?

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What year was XUR 997M registered?

XUR 997M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 24 May 1974.

Is XUR 997M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUR 997M shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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