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BTA 688L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,141 mi
Last recorded9,141 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTA 688L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 9,141 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 8,970 miles

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 8,865 miles

Play in offside front king pins

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 8,863 miles

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

Play in offside front king pins

Pass 30 Apr 2014 8,701 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 8,453 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 8,339 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 8,270 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2011 8,269 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,116 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,047 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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BTA 688L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BTA 688L, 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 BTA 688L?

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What year was BTA 688L registered?

BTA 688L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is BTA 688L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTA 688L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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