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HBB 587K

1972 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,609 mi
Last recorded73,609 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBB 587K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2018 73,609 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak n/r/hub oil seal slight leak ()

Pass 24 Apr 2017 73,253 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 72,677 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 72,124 miles

tyres are showing age related signs of cracking in the tread

Pass 17 Apr 2014 71,560 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 71,070 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 70,496 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 69,834 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 69,221 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 67,650 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 66,911 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 66,396 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 65,248 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HBB 587K is a 1972 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBB 587K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBB 587K registered?

HBB 587K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is HBB 587K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBB 587K shows 13 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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