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GOF 730L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,664 mi
Last recorded42,664 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 730L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 42,664 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 42,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 42,418 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 42,409 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 42,385 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 42,356 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 42,352 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 42,311 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 42,303 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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GOF 730L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GOF 730L, 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 GOF 730L?

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What year was GOF 730L registered?

GOF 730L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 December 1972.

Is GOF 730L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 730L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOF 730L have outstanding finance?

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