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HGU 391K

1972 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,474 mi
Last recorded14,474 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 391K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 14,474 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,517 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 12,903 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 11,652 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 11,215 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2012 10,703 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 10,281 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2010 9,584 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 9,584 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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HGU 391K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGU 391K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGU 391K?

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What year was HGU 391K registered?

HGU 391K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 26 April 1972.

Is HGU 391K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 391K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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