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HGW 128K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,101 mi
Last recorded71,101 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGW 128K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 71,101 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 70,324 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 69,683 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 68,940 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 68,687 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 68,379 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 67,946 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 67,442 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 66,962 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 66,889 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 66,876 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 66,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 66,213 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 May 2013 65,116 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 64,767 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 62,720 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 61,202 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 59,732 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 57,562 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 56,550 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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HGW 128K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HGW 128K, 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 HGW 128K?

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What year was HGW 128K registered?

HGW 128K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is HGW 128K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGW 128K shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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