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COL 82K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,028 mi
Last recorded32,028 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOL 82K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 32,028 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

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

minor exhaust blow from centre joint

Fail 19 May 2018 32,019 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil lever arm (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 30,248 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil seal at lever arm (2.7.3)

Fail 18 May 2017 30,248 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil seal at lever arm (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 30,165 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2015 30,068 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 29,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

near side rear suspension damper starting to leak

slight play in lower steering coloum

Fail 6 Jun 2013 82,861 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

near side rear suspension damper starting to leak

slight play in lower steering coloum

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,610 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 29,480 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,864 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 28,717 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 28,464 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,991 miles

advise strong temp fuel cap fitted (quiet tight) recommend replacement

front number plate detiorated recommend replacement

nearside inner sill getting weak (slight cracking noise when pressure applied)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 27,769 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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COL 82K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 COL 82K, 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

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What year was COL 82K registered?

COL 82K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 March 1972.

Is COL 82K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COL 82K shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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