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XWV 200K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,586 mi
Last recorded52,586 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWV 200K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 52,586 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 May 2017 52,154 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 51,483 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 May 2015 50,675 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 50,224 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 49,548 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 49,548 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 49,503 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 49,503 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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XWV 200K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 XWV 200K, 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 54 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 XWV 200K?

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What year was XWV 200K registered?

XWV 200K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 11 April 1972.

Is XWV 200K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWV 200K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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