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5789 MG

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

93,996 mi
Last recorded93,996 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration5789 MG
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 93,996 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 93,994 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 93,966 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 93,966 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 93,860 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 93,729 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 20 May 2017 93,673 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 93,619 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 93,559 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 93,517 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 93,397 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 93,383 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 93,366 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 93,304 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 93,299 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 53,209 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 93,023 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 92,998 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 92,692 miles

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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5789 MG is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 5789 MG, 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

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What year was 5789 MG registered?

5789 MG is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 26 June 1972.

Is 5789 MG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5789 MG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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