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ERW 463L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

83,729 mi
Last recorded83,729 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERW 463L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 83,729 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 82,868 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 74,756 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 73,059 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 71,343 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 69,146 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 67,855 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 65,742 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 65,742 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 63,503 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 60,328 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 56,933 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 53,886 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 50,690 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 48,467 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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ERW 463L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ERW 463L, 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 ERW 463L?

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What year was ERW 463L registered?

ERW 463L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is ERW 463L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERW 463L shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERW 463L have outstanding finance?

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