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CAT 446K

1972 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,122 mi
Last recorded14,122 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAT 446K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 14,122 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 13,875 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,648 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

n/s/f floor corrosion

o/s/f inner wheel arch and inner sill corrosion

Pass 23 Jun 2014 13,426 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 13,426 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 12,782 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,507 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

slight play in o/s/f upper trunion

Fail 21 Jul 2012 12,507 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

slight play in o/s/f upper trunion

Pass 20 Jul 2011 11,721 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 11,322 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,956 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 10,601 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 10,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 10,090 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 9,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CAT 446K is a 1972 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CAT 446K, 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 CAT 446K registered?

CAT 446K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is CAT 446K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAT 446K shows 15 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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