CarVerify

Free Car Check

HBU 674K

1972 MG B Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,619 mi
Last recorded39,619 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B Roadster22,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBU 674K
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 May 2020 39,619 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Fuel hose leaking Hose from fuel pump under car. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 38,412 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 37,500 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 37,083 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,122 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,074 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 35,069 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,271 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 33,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 32,713 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 32,691 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Both front floor pans corroded and holed but not within 30cm of prescribed area's

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

OSF brake slightly binding

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2006 31,836 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
Full MG B Roadster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HBU 674K is a 1972 MG B Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 22,097 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBU 674K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBU 674K?

You can check the full history of HBU 674K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HBU 674K registered?

HBU 674K is a 1972 MG B Roadster, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is HBU 674K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBU 674K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HBU 674K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HBU 674K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.