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EOP 424L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

4,712 mi
Last recorded4,712 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOP 424L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 4,712 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 4,632 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 4,596 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 4,545 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 4,527 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 4,507 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 4,505 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 4,486 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security drivers floor pan (underneath) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 4,419 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 4,339 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 4,293 miles

engine misfiring

Pass 22 Jul 2015 4,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 4,268 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 4,268 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 4,265 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 4,241 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 4,160 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

o/swiper poor condition

Pass 14 Jul 2010 4,117 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 4,027 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,818 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 3,628 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 3,513 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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EOP 424L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EOP 424L, 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 EOP 424L?

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What year was EOP 424L registered?

EOP 424L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is EOP 424L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOP 424L shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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