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APX 888L

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,986 mi
Last recorded87,986 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPX 888L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 87,986 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 87,934 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 87,924 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 87,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2014 87,905 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 87,886 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 87,825 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 87,825 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2011 87,814 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 87,809 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 87,805 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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APX 888L is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APX 888L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APX 888L registered?

APX 888L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is APX 888L safe to buy?

The MOT history for APX 888L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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