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EKO 153K

1972 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,608 mi
Last recorded9,608 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKO 153K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 9,608 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,528 miles

slight play in front suspension joints

underbody showing signs of corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2010 9,334 miles

front discs rusty and pitted

leaf springs slightly corroded

long travel in parking brake

Pass 10 Jul 2009 9,232 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 9,131 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

signs of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 16 May 2007 9,108 miles

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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EKO 153K is a 1972 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EKO 153K, 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 EKO 153K?

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What year was EKO 153K registered?

EKO 153K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is EKO 153K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKO 153K shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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