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XWR 225S

1977 MG Mgb GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,429 mi
Last recorded86,429 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb GT44,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWR 225S
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 86,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 86,282 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 86,069 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 85,980 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 82,469 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,387 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 65,019 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 65,019 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 84,734 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 83,926 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 83,926 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 83,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 82,827 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 81,884 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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XWR 225S is a 1977 MG Mgb GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 44,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWR 225S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XWR 225S?

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What year was XWR 225S registered?

XWR 225S is a 1977 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 11 November 1977.

Is XWR 225S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWR 225S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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