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XVM 376L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,422 mi
Last recorded16,422 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVM 376L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 16,422 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 16,339 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 16,339 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 16,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

offside and nearside wishbone bushes wearing

offside rear bump stop missing

offside rear wheel arch rusting

Pass 25 Aug 2010 16,157 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 16,157 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

indicator swich worn offside

slight play both front seat runner mounts

Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,674 miles

under side of vehicle starting to corrod in verius places

Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,726 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 13,341 miles

vehicle in poor condition genarely but up to mot standerd at time of retest.

Fail 27 Apr 2007 133,370 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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XVM 376L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVM 376L, 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 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVM 376L?

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What year was XVM 376L registered?

XVM 376L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is XVM 376L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVM 376L shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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