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HHW 875L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,111 mi
Last recorded82,111 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHW 875L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 82,111 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 82,108 miles

rear brake application uneven n/s slow on (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 82,024 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 82,001 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 81,929 miles

fast tick over

Pass 15 Nov 2013 81,839 miles

oil leak

signs of handbrake cable fouling fuel pipes

Pass 16 Oct 2012 81,694 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 81,596 miles

Oil leak

clutch pedal rubber missing

fuel smeel under bonnet no visable leaks

signs off wiring/tubeing rubbing prop

slight play to steering uj

slight un balance to rear brakes

suspect weep to brake light switch unable to confirm

Pass 7 Oct 2010 81,443 miles

steering rack damp

Fail 4 Oct 2010 81,438 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

steering rack damp

Pass 11 Sep 2009 81,230 miles

n/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Sep 2008 80,924 miles

carburettor damp

Pass 12 Sep 2007 80,842 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 80,515 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 80,515 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

handbrake cable lightly rubbing fuel pipe

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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HHW 875L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HHW 875L, 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

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What year was HHW 875L registered?

HHW 875L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HHW 875L safe to buy?

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