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BKV 456K

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,048 mi
Last recorded31,048 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKV 456K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2016 31,048 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 30,736 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 30,606 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 30,243 miles

Both rear tyres heavily deteriorated

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

Propshaft front UJ slight movement

Pass 22 Aug 2012 29,876 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 29,597 miles

tested wet

Pass 31 Aug 2010 29,279 miles

near side rear brake binding slightly

rear shocker bushes in poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2009 28,590 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight perishing of rear shock absorber lower bushes

Pass 19 Jun 2008 28,447 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 28,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 27,497 miles

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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BKV 456K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 BKV 456K, 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

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What year was BKV 456K registered?

BKV 456K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BKV 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKV 456K shows 11 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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