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AAW 488K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,167 mi
Last recorded53,167 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAW 488K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 53,167 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 63,130 miles

nearside door corroded

offside door corroded

offside front wing corroded

Fail 17 Jul 2009 63,130 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside door corroded

offside door corroded

offside front wing corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2008 62,857 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 62,853 miles

Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 62,134 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 62,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 57,584 miles

advice corrossoin osf lower wing to floor pan

advice marks on windscreen

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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AAW 488K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 AAW 488K, 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 AAW 488K registered?

AAW 488K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 July 1972.

Is AAW 488K safe to buy?

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