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GWD 20K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,969 mi
Last recorded71,969 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWD 20K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 71,969 miles

wheel arches and chassis areas heavily undersealed

Fail 5 Dec 2017 71,969 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger to chassis (2.4.A.3)

wheel arches and chassis areas heavily undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2016 71,618 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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GWD 20K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GWD 20K, 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 GWD 20K?

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What year was GWD 20K registered?

GWD 20K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is GWD 20K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWD 20K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWD 20K have outstanding finance?

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