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COV 676K

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

1,439 mi
Last recorded1,439 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOV 676K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 1,439 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 942 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 942 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 858 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 856 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

oil leak engine

Pass 30 May 2015 361 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 3,513 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,661 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 36,657 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 36,381 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 36,378 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010 36,147 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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COV 676K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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

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 COV 676K, 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 COV 676K registered?

COV 676K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 18 April 1972.

Is COV 676K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COV 676K shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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