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BTO 201K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,085 mi
Last recorded18,085 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTO 201K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 18,085 miles

both rear leaf springs rusty

slight play in both front hub assemblies

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 29 Sep 2020 18,085 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both rear leaf springs rusty

slight play in both front hub assemblies

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 23 Mar 2019 17,912 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 17,792 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 17,782 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 17,520 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 17,520 miles

Front registration plate missing in foot well (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 17,169 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 16,364 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 16,314 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 16,275 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 16,183 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 16,152 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 15,919 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 15,589 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 15,285 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,862 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 13,225 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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BTO 201K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BTO 201K, 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 BTO 201K?

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What year was BTO 201K registered?

BTO 201K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is BTO 201K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTO 201K shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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