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DVJ 313L

1972 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,480 mi
Last recorded77,480 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVJ 313L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 77,480 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 77,088 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 76,783 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 76,553 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 76,464 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 76,057 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 75,834 miles

n/s front track rod end gaiter split

n/s rear brake binding

Pass 23 Dec 2010 75,800 miles

play in o/s front trunion/king pin

Pass 28 Oct 2009 75,656 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 75,654 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 75,534 miles

n/s park brake reading low

play in n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 3 Oct 2007 75,478 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 75,308 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 75,308 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 75,021 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 75,021 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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DVJ 313L is a 1972 MG B in Purple 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 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 DVJ 313L, 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 DVJ 313L?

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What year was DVJ 313L registered?

DVJ 313L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is DVJ 313L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVJ 313L 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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