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GFW 814K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,372 mi
Last recorded15,372 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 814K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 15,372 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 15,347 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 15,334 miles

drone offside front wheel bearing

Pass 5 May 2017 15,315 miles

drone offside front wheel bearing

Fail 4 May 2017 15,302 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

drone offside front wheel bearing

Pass 16 May 2016 15,241 miles

slight drone offside front wheel bearing

Pass 12 May 2015 15,185 miles

clunking noise coming from steering when turned from lock to lock

Pass 21 May 2014 15,172 miles

clunking noise coming from steering when wheels turned lock to lock

nearside rear brake binding slightly

slight drone offside front wheel bearing

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 22 May 2013 15,098 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

clunking noise coming from steering column when wheels turned from lock to lock

drone offside front wheel bearing

Pass 25 May 2012 14,956 miles

steering lock mechanism not engaging

Fail 24 May 2012 14,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

steering lock mechanism not engaging

Pass 10 May 2011 14,809 miles

offside rear suspension check strap poorly retained

rear exhaust rubber and middle bracket poor condition

Fail 10 May 2011 14,809 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

offside rear suspension check strap poorly retained

rear exhaust rubber and middle bracket poor condition

Pass 20 May 2010 14,539 miles

both sides rear check straps missing

offside front wheel bearing noisy

Fail 10 May 2010 14,514 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both sides rear check straps missing

nearside rear tyre getting low

offside front wheel bearing noisy

Pass 14 May 2009 13,871 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2009 13,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

welded repair patch on gear box crossmember

Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,089 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 11,969 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 6,401 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 5,648 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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GFW 814K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GFW 814K, 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 GFW 814K registered?

GFW 814K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is GFW 814K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFW 814K shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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