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EON 36L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,660 mi
Last recorded6,660 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEON 36L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 6,660 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 6,660 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Position lamp switch allows the rear position lamps to be switched off when the headlamps are on (4.2.2 (a))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 4,084 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 4,064 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 3,981 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 3,903 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 3,790 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 3,790 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure top bolt locking tab (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 3,602 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 3,600 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 3,595 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 3,758 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 3,728 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,628 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 3,625 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 3,592 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 3,494 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 3,494 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 3,420 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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EON 36L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EON 36L, 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 EON 36L?

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What year was EON 36L registered?

EON 36L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is EON 36L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EON 36L shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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