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DVY 730K

1972 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,273 mi
Last recorded31,273 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVY 730K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2017 31,273 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 30,776 miles

slight play in the top steering column bush and noisy

Pass 11 Jun 2015 30,299 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,959 miles

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

body corrosion

Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

slight body corrosion

Pass 28 May 2012 28,308 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,890 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 25,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

slight body corrosin

slight play in off side rear hub

Pass 3 Jun 2009 24,611 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,898 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 21,396 miles

slight inbalance on rear brakes

Pass 27 Jun 2006 19,640 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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DVY 730K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Blue 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 Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVY 730K, 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 DVY 730K registered?

DVY 730K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 June 1972.

Is DVY 730K safe to buy?

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