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ABM 811L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,711 mi
Last recorded30,711 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 811L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 30,711 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 30,317 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 29,869 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 29,339 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 29,337 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 28,892 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 27,721 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 26,963 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 25,610 miles

wipers poor

Fail 6 Aug 2013 25,604 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

wipers poor

Pass 24 Jul 2012 24,712 miles

os wiper split

Pass 1 Aug 2011 23,378 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 21,789 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 19,815 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside rear suspension check strap nut security

spare tyre flat

Fail 5 Jun 2009 19,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside rear suspension check strap nut security

spare tyre flat

Pass 6 Jun 2008 19,685 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

under car cover in under seai

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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ABM 811L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ABM 811L, 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 ABM 811L?

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What year was ABM 811L registered?

ABM 811L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 19 December 1972.

Is ABM 811L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 811L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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