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DBE 59K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

57,063 mi
Last recorded57,063 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBE 59K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2009 57,063 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 May 2009 57,063 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 55,877 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 55,877 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 55,186 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 54,192 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 52,964 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2005 52,962 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DBE 59K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DBE 59K, 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 DBE 59K registered?

DBE 59K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is DBE 59K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBE 59K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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