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BON 248K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

89,251 mi
Last recorded89,251 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBON 248K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 89,251 miles

slight play in n/s/f upper king pin

Pass 18 Jan 2017 89,241 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 89,229 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 89,210 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 89,198 miles

N/s/f brake binding slightly.

Pass 15 Jan 2013 89,189 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 89,183 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 89,132 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 88,965 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 88,699 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 88,073 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 88,073 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 87,136 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 87,136 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 86,787 miles

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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BON 248K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BON 248K, 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 BON 248K?

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What year was BON 248K registered?

BON 248K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BON 248K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BON 248K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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