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JMA 140L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,686 mi
Last recorded78,686 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 140L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 78,686 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 78,683 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers insecurely attached both rear (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Track rod end modification unsafe both slack (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing has excessive play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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JMA 140L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 JMA 140L, 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 JMA 140L registered?

JMA 140L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JMA 140L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 140L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMA 140L have outstanding finance?

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