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BMS 169K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,050 mi
Last recorded27,050 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMS 169K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2018 27,050 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 27,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 26,965 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2012 26,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 26,891 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 26,859 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 26,639 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 26,543 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 24,531 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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BMS 169K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BMS 169K, 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 BMS 169K registered?

BMS 169K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 July 1972.

Is BMS 169K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMS 169K shows 9 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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