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BOK 588K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,983 mi
Last recorded10,983 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOK 588K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 10,983 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 10,459 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 6,459 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 5,942 miles

advisories from initial test no 298830943455

Fail 20 May 2013 5,877 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

ht king lead fouls steering column

slight play nearside king pin

Pass 11 May 2012 5,037 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 4,843 miles

both track rod end dust covers split

play in front suspension joints

slight play in steering joints

Pass 29 May 2010 4,321 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 4,039 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 4,039 miles

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

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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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BOK 588K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BOK 588K, 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 BOK 588K?

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What year was BOK 588K registered?

BOK 588K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BOK 588K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOK 588K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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