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HBL 558K

1972 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

8,873 mi
Last recorded8,873 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBL 558K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 8,873 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 7,752 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 7,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 5,476 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 5,461 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 4,124 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 2,474 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 2,473 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 1,290 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 99,045 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 98,630 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 98,578 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 98,532 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 98,506 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 98,442 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 98,442 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 17 May 2008 98,411 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 May 2007 98,262 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 97,971 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 97,971 miles

Offside Lower Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HBL 558K is a 1972 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HBL 558K, 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

How do I check the history of HBL 558K?

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What year was HBL 558K registered?

HBL 558K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 23 May 1972.

Is HBL 558K safe to buy?

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