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ADB 481L

1972 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,027 mi
Last recorded8,027 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADB 481L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 8,027 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 7,840 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 7,718 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,370 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 7,370 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s front lower trunion slight movment

Pass 22 May 2014 7,323 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 7,207 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 6,982 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 6,727 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 6,324 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2010 6,318 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 May 2009 5,901 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 5,436 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 5,003 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 4,428 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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ADB 481L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADB 481L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADB 481L?

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What year was ADB 481L registered?

ADB 481L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is ADB 481L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADB 481L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ADB 481L have outstanding finance?

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