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HBB 148K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,857 mi
Last recorded18,857 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBB 148K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 18,857 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 18,808 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 18,462 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 18,447 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 17,579 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 17,138 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 16,690 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 16,126 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 16,020 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 15,985 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 15,927 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 15,831 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 15,600 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 15,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 15,343 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 15,085 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 14,993 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,774 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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HBB 148K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBB 148K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBB 148K registered?

HBB 148K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is HBB 148K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBB 148K shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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