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HRE 268K

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,155 mi
Last recorded49,155 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRE 268K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 49,155 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 49,149 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 47,651 miles

n/s/r axle strap perished

o/s/r axle strap broken

Fail 3 Oct 2016 47,644 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/r axle strap perished

o/s/r axle strap broken

Pass 1 Oct 2015 47,387 miles

dampness around o/s/r shocker

Pass 31 Aug 2014 46,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil around engine and gearbox

slight movement in front suspension joints

wipers poor

Pass 7 Aug 2013 46,094 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 46,058 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 45,945 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 45,869 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 45,851 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 45,538 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 45,281 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 45,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 44,586 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 44,571 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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HRE 268K is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 HRE 268K, 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

How do I check the history of HRE 268K?

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What year was HRE 268K registered?

HRE 268K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 3 March 1972.

Is HRE 268K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRE 268K shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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