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JAC 586L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,417 mi
Last recorded9,417 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAC 586L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 9,417 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 9,284 miles

floor area welded and undersealed

Pass 13 May 2009 8,315 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 May 2007 5,683 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2007 5,683 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same size (1.7.6)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 5,144 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 5,144 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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JAC 586L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JAC 586L, 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 JAC 586L?

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What year was JAC 586L registered?

JAC 586L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 24 August 1972.

Is JAC 586L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAC 586L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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