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ASG 716L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,566 mi
Last recorded70,566 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASG 716L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 70,566 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 69,992 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 69,404 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 68,034 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 66,593 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 65,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 65,321 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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ASG 716L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ASG 716L, 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

How do I check the history of ASG 716L?

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What year was ASG 716L registered?

ASG 716L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is ASG 716L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASG 716L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASG 716L have outstanding finance?

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