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GOH 201L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

71,638 mi
Last recorded71,638 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOH 201L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 71,638 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 71,638 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 71,224 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 70,187 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 66,770 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 65,380 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 65,254 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 65,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2016 64,847 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 64,847 miles

Offside Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 64,765 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 64,765 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 64,277 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 64,088 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 63,699 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 63,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 62,864 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 62,862 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2010 59,341 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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GOH 201L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GOH 201L, 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 GOH 201L?

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What year was GOH 201L registered?

GOH 201L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 8 December 1972.

Is GOH 201L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOH 201L shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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