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JMB 718L

1972 MG Mgbgt

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,020 mi
Last recorded25,020 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1972 MG Mgbgt37,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMB 718L
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 25,020 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 24,981 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 24,872 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 24,872 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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JMB 718L is a 1972 MG Mgbgt in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,229 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JMB 718L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JMB 718L?

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What year was JMB 718L registered?

JMB 718L is a 1972 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JMB 718L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMB 718L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMB 718L have outstanding finance?

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