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HJJ 3K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,281 mi
Last recorded25,281 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJJ 3K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 25,281 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 24,825 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 24,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 24,371 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 24,129 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 23,596 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 23,509 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 23,375 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 23,375 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 22,686 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 22,060 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 21,716 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,389 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 20,803 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 19,925 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 19,045 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 18,955 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,925 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 16,851 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 15,283 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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HJJ 3K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HJJ 3K, 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 HJJ 3K?

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What year was HJJ 3K registered?

HJJ 3K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 19 April 1972.

Is HJJ 3K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJJ 3K shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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