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HGU 948K

1972 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,844 mi
Last recorded93,844 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 948K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 93,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front wiper slightly smearing

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 93,826 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 83,821 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 93,816 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 93,816 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 93,788 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 93,767 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 93,709 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 93,707 miles

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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HGU 948K is a 1972 MG B GT in Blue 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 B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HGU 948K, 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 HGU 948K?

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What year was HGU 948K registered?

HGU 948K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is HGU 948K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 948K 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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