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BRU 244K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117 mi
Last recorded117 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 244K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 117 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 99,468 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 97,921 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 96,588 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 96,588 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 May 2022 96,046 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 96,046 miles

Steering wheel likely to become detached securing nut loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 94,492 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 93,714 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 93,714 miles

Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure both rear u/clamp nuts loose (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush likely to become detached front securing bolt nut missing bolt hanging out (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 92,150 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 90,470 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

play in steering rack

Pass 28 Mar 2017 88,832 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 87,299 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 86,175 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 85,196 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 84,423 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 84,293 miles

slight freeplay in steering column universal joint

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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BRU 244K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BRU 244K, 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

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What year was BRU 244K registered?

BRU 244K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is BRU 244K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 244K shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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