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GPM 356L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,730 mi
Last recorded3,730 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPM 356L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 3,730 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 3,695 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 3,664 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 3,580 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 3,580 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 3,575 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 3,449 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 3,351 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 3,090 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 3,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 2,992 miles

Nearside front brake hose perishing/poor condition

rear registration plate fading

Pass 9 Jun 2006 2,636 miles

Front service brake veers left

Rear registration plate poor condition

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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GPM 356L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GPM 356L, 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 GPM 356L registered?

GPM 356L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 17 November 1972.

Is GPM 356L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPM 356L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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