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CED 234L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

930 mi
Last recorded930 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCED 234L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 930 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 98,508 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2014 97,157 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 96,098 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 94,986 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 94,906 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

botu sides outer sills slightly corroded

ofside front suspentions corroded

plenty of surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 7 Jun 2007 94,848 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 94,844 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 94,691 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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CED 234L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CED 234L, 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 CED 234L?

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What year was CED 234L registered?

CED 234L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is CED 234L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CED 234L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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