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XUX 486K

1972 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

10,109 mi
Last recorded10,109 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUX 486K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 10,109 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease and underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front joint on prop shaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle presented with a coating of underseal, applied to underbody, subframes and suspension components

Pass 5 Sep 2024 9,752 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

blades slightly smear screen

Pass 5 Jun 2023 9,729 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smear screen

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 17 May 2022 9,600 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

front wiper blades slightly smear screen

rear axle support straps deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2020 9,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 9,184 miles

Nearside Front axle strap perished

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,033 miles

rear axle strapes starting to deteriorate

top steering colum bush slight wear

Pass 20 Mar 2015 8,773 miles

rear axle rubber support straps starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Apr 2014 8,340 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 7,848 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 7,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

front near side floor now going rusty needs tidying

rear fuel pipes now going rusty

Pass 3 Jan 2012 6,311 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 5,988 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 5,903 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 4,856 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 3,562 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 3,550 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 1,545 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 1,545 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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XUX 486K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XUX 486K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XUX 486K registered?

XUX 486K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is XUX 486K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUX 486K shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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