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GPN 909L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,625 mi
Last recorded16,625 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPN 909L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 16,625 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 16,187 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to coating applied

Pass 10 Aug 2016 16,019 miles

Unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to coating applied

Fail 10 Aug 2016 16,010 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to coating applied

Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,689 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 15,112 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 15,103 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,552 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 13,124 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 12,790 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2009 11,264 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 10,835 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 10,823 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 9,532 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 9,513 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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GPN 909L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GPN 909L, 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 GPN 909L?

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What year was GPN 909L registered?

GPN 909L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is GPN 909L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPN 909L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPN 909L have outstanding finance?

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