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XVJ 970K

1972 MG B Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,328 mi
Last recorded8,328 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B Roadster22,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVJ 970K
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 8,328 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 7,392 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 7,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2015 5,371 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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XVJ 970K is a 1972 MG B Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 22,097 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVJ 970K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XVJ 970K registered?

XVJ 970K is a 1972 MG B Roadster, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is XVJ 970K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVJ 970K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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