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EGB 820K

1972 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,216 mi
Last recorded61,216 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGB 820K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 61,216 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 60,920 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 60,713 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 60,539 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 60,305 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 60,100 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 60,100 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 59,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 59,832 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 59,525 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 58,903 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 57,330 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 55,295 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 53,475 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 50,837 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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EGB 820K is a 1972 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGB 820K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGB 820K?

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What year was EGB 820K registered?

EGB 820K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 26 May 1972.

Is EGB 820K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGB 820K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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