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HWK 781L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,901 mi
Last recorded76,901 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWK 781L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2018 76,901 miles

Nearside Braking system leaking hose to caliper (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside engine mounting bracket not fully secure bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Offside engine mounting bracket not fully secure bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 76,614 miles

Nearside engine mounting bracket not fully secure lower securing bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Offside engine mounting bracket not fully secure lower securing bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 4 May 2017 76,614 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165 14,worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre feathering,advise alignment check asap

Nearside engine mounting bracket not fully secure lower securing bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside engine mounting bracket not fully secure lower securing bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2016 76,389 miles

Offside Rear brake slight bind

Wipers only work on fast speed & do not park

Pass 20 Mar 2015 75,748 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 75,181 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Apr 2014 75,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

nearside front kingpin has slight play

nearside headlamp slightly insecure

offside front kingpin has slight play

Pass 23 Mar 2013 73,562 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 72,503 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 72,503 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 71,582 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 71,511 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 71,485 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 71,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 71,401 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 70,905 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 17 Jan 2007 70,904 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 70,753 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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HWK 781L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HWK 781L, 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 HWK 781L registered?

HWK 781L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 31 August 1972.

Is HWK 781L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWK 781L shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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