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AUO 822L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,037 mi
Last recorded73,037 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUO 822L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 73,037 miles

Oil leak Engine ()

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 72,815 miles

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Oil leak Rear differential ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 71,875 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 71,604 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 70,502 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 70,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front prop uj slight movement

slight mist around fuel pump

Pass 8 Apr 2013 70,218 miles

front prop uj slight movement

slight mist around fuel pump

Pass 8 May 2012 89,513 miles

o/s/f lower arm inner bolts not all the way through the threads

slight lift in the o/s/f trunion

steering rack is tight and has slight play

Pass 19 Jul 2011 68,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 67,523 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 66,572 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 65,543 miles

Oil leak

brake imbalance of 24% limit is 25%

nuts holding front lower wishbones to subframe does not have bolt threads comming all the way through

signs off leakage from fuel pump damp but not dripping may need unions tightening

Pass 7 Jul 2007 63,721 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 63,721 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise rear leaf spring eye bushes worn

Pass 3 Jul 2006 60,946 miles

both front tyres getting low inner edges

slight play n/s and o/s track rods to rack

slight play o/s/f upper and lower swivels

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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AUO 822L is a 1972 MG B in Green 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 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 AUO 822L, 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 AUO 822L?

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What year was AUO 822L registered?

AUO 822L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is AUO 822L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUO 822L 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 AUO 822L have outstanding finance?

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