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BDE 638K

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,086 mi
Last recorded49,086 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDE 638K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2019 49,086 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Nearside and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 48,600 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 47,898 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 47,011 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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BDE 638K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDE 638K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BDE 638K?

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What year was BDE 638K registered?

BDE 638K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is BDE 638K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDE 638K shows 5 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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