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4 MTJ

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,354 mi
Last recorded28,354 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4 MTJ
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 28,354 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 26,339 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 24,389 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 22,667 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 21,385 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 19,383 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 18,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 15,957 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 14,345 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,273 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 10,721 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 10,721 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 9,444 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 8,482 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 6,545 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 1,112 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 44,485 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

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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4 MTJ is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 4 MTJ, 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 4 MTJ?

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What year was 4 MTJ registered?

4 MTJ is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is 4 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 MTJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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