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DTO 184L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,297 mi
Last recorded8,297 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTO 184L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2017 8,297 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 6,961 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 6,104 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 4,490 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 2,795 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 2,572 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 1,999 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 1,184 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 121 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 30,072 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 29,855 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 29,347 miles

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

advisery ; nearside rear rebound strap , mounting broken away ;

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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DTO 184L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DTO 184L, 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 DTO 184L?

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What year was DTO 184L registered?

DTO 184L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 24 October 1972.

Is DTO 184L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTO 184L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTO 184L have outstanding finance?

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