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ERM 876K

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,008 mi
Last recorded27,008 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERM 876K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 27,008 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 26,938 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 26,932 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 26,739 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 25,074 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 24,809 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 24,379 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 23,750 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 23,750 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 23,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,690 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 21,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 21,154 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 20,480 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 19,367 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 17,090 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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ERM 876K is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ERM 876K, 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

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What year was ERM 876K registered?

ERM 876K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is ERM 876K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERM 876K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERM 876K have outstanding finance?

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