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CJF 385K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

1,682 mi
Last recorded1,682 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJF 385K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 1,682 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 22 Feb 2023 1,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 803 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 633 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 181 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 99,864 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 97,342 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 96,640 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 96,640 miles

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 95,178 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 94,282 miles

All tyres cracking

O/S/F upper pin has sight play

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 94,271 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 93,527 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 93,527 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 92,816 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 92,183 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 91,228 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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CJF 385K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CJF 385K, 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 CJF 385K?

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What year was CJF 385K registered?

CJF 385K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 23 March 1972.

Is CJF 385K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJF 385K shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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