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GVG 766K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,646 mi
Last recorded2,646 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 766K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 2,646 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Sep 2014 2,417 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

oil leaking from nearside rear half shaft area

Fail 30 Aug 2014 2,417 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

oil leaking from nearside rear half shaft area

Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,233 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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GVG 766K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GVG 766K, 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 GVG 766K?

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What year was GVG 766K registered?

GVG 766K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 February 1972.

Is GVG 766K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVG 766K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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