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DUR 558K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,651 mi
Last recorded68,651 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUR 558K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 68,651 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 68,452 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 68,250 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 68,250 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 68,169 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 68,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 68,015 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 67,979 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 67,773 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 67,768 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 67,637 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 67,416 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 67,270 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 67,270 miles

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

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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DUR 558K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DUR 558K, 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 DUR 558K?

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What year was DUR 558K registered?

DUR 558K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 April 1972.

Is DUR 558K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUR 558K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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