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ESN 860L

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,729 mi
Last recorded94,729 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESN 860L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2011 94,729 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 93,328 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 92,334 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 91,615 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 90,983 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 90,371 miles

oil leak from engine

oil leak from rear axle

slight roughnes at steering top bush

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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ESN 860L is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue 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 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESN 860L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESN 860L?

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What year was ESN 860L registered?

ESN 860L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 16 October 1972.

Is ESN 860L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESN 860L 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.

Does ESN 860L have outstanding finance?

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