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ETU 257K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,927 mi
Last recorded17,927 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETU 257K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 17,927 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 17,905 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2007 18,002 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 17,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 17,885 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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ETU 257K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ETU 257K, 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 ETU 257K?

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What year was ETU 257K registered?

ETU 257K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is ETU 257K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETU 257K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETU 257K have outstanding finance?

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