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GOC 177L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,540 mi
Last recorded20,540 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOC 177L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 20,540 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 20,260 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2014 19,703 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 19,703 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 18,685 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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GOC 177L 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 GOC 177L, 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 GOC 177L?

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What year was GOC 177L registered?

GOC 177L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 13 December 1972.

Is GOC 177L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOC 177L 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 GOC 177L have outstanding finance?

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