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HBW 644L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,322 mi
Last recorded51,322 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBW 644L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 51,322 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 50,072 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 49,386 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 48,143 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 48,052 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 48,000 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 46,659 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 45,938 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 45,877 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 45,265 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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HBW 644L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HBW 644L, 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 HBW 644L?

You can check the full history of HBW 644L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HBW 644L registered?

HBW 644L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is HBW 644L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBW 644L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HBW 644L have outstanding finance?

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