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BTJ 37L

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,524 mi
Last recorded25,524 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTJ 37L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,524 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 36,390 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 36,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Underside of vehicle heavly undersealed

Pass 19 May 2015 36,096 miles

Underside of vehicle heavly undersealed

Pass 15 May 2014 35,348 miles

Vehicle heavly undersealed

Fail 15 May 2014 35,341 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Vehicle heavly undersealed

Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,696 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 34,001 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 31,179 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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BTJ 37L is a 1972 MG Mgb 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 Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTJ 37L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTJ 37L?

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What year was BTJ 37L registered?

BTJ 37L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is BTJ 37L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTJ 37L 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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