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HLG 347K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,621 mi
Last recorded21,621 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLG 347K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 21,621 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 21,591 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 21,568 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 21,446 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 20,974 miles

both front and off side rear tyres cracked/perished

Fail 18 Aug 2020 20,974 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

both front and off side rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 10 May 2019 20,722 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 20,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 20,115 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 19,834 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 19,700 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 19,459 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 19,185 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 18,514 miles

N/S WIPER BLADE POOR

Pass 16 May 2011 18,220 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 18,059 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 17,993 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 17,941 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,754 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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HLG 347K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HLG 347K, 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

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What year was HLG 347K registered?

HLG 347K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 June 1972.

Is HLG 347K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLG 347K shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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