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BOW 323K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,715 mi
Last recorded85,715 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOW 323K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2023 85,715 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 85,135 miles

Oil leak ()

nsr and osr sill slight corrosion

Pass 5 May 2015 84,311 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2014 83,308 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak from engine

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 29 Apr 2013 82,405 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 80,281 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2011 77,696 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2010 75,250 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 72,091 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

soft top hood rear view window showing signs of deteriation/opaqueness could affect rear view from mirror.

Pass 25 Apr 2008 71,841 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 71,546 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 71,305 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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BOW 323K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BOW 323K, 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 BOW 323K?

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What year was BOW 323K registered?

BOW 323K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 January 1972.

Is BOW 323K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOW 323K shows 12 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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