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HDP 226L

1972 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,293 mi
Last recorded68,293 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDP 226L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 68,293 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 68,225 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 68,225 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 67,636 miles

o/s/r sill corroded at rear

Fail 30 May 2014 67,628 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/r sill corroded at rear

Pass 22 Jun 2013 67,210 miles

both fronts and o/s/r tyres cracking in tread

Fail 22 Jun 2013 67,210 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both fronts and o/s/r tyres cracking in tread

Pass 28 May 2011 65,039 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 64,678 miles

tyre sidewalls perishing

Pass 16 May 2009 63,850 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 62,891 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 62,891 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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HDP 226L is a 1972 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 HDP 226L, 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

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What year was HDP 226L registered?

HDP 226L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 October 1972.

Is HDP 226L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDP 226L shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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