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HPN 280L

1972 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,795 mi
Last recorded40,795 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPN 280L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 40,795 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 40,316 miles

slight brake pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2014 39,965 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 39,787 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 39,784 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 39,385 miles

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

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

offside rear brake lightly binding

Pass 15 Dec 2007 39,226 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 4 Dec 2006 39,050 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 39,050 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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HPN 280L is a 1972 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HPN 280L, 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 HPN 280L?

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What year was HPN 280L registered?

HPN 280L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is HPN 280L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPN 280L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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