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ANT 509L

1972 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,944 mi
Last recorded3,944 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANT 509L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 3,944 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 3,918 miles

Centre Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2012 898 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 685 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 238 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 888 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle undersealed unable to fully inspect.

Pass 3 May 2008 9 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 7,347 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 7,338 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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ANT 509L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ANT 509L, 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 ANT 509L?

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What year was ANT 509L registered?

ANT 509L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is ANT 509L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANT 509L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ANT 509L have outstanding finance?

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