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EDF 386L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,118 mi
Last recorded26,118 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDF 386L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 26,118 miles

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 25,177 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 23,758 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 22,589 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 22,244 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 21,793 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 21,443 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,589 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 19,690 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 18,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 17,690 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,692 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 15,042 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 14,219 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 12,938 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,598 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 10,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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EDF 386L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EDF 386L, 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 EDF 386L?

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What year was EDF 386L registered?

EDF 386L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1972.

Is EDF 386L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDF 386L shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EDF 386L have outstanding finance?

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