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ASF 608L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,095 mi
Last recorded70,095 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASF 608L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 70,095 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 68,580 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 67,203 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 67,126 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 67,121 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 66,676 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,287 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 65,634 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 65,064 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 64,543 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 62,677 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 62,057 miles

some lift in o/s and n/s/f kingpins

Pass 28 Jun 2006 60,522 miles

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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ASF 608L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ASF 608L, 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 ASF 608L?

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What year was ASF 608L registered?

ASF 608L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is ASF 608L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASF 608L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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