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AWU 358K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,647 mi
Last recorded12,647 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 358K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2022 12,647 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 12,395 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 12,256 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 11,962 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 11,729 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 11,533 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,102 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 11,010 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 10,941 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,896 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,772 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsf track rod end touching inside of wheel in full left hand lock when jacked up.

Pass 6 Apr 2009 10,548 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 10,414 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 10,173 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

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

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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AWU 358K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AWU 358K, 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 AWU 358K?

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What year was AWU 358K registered?

AWU 358K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is AWU 358K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 358K shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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