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JMO 426K

1972 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,040 mi
Last recorded31,040 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMO 426K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 31,040 miles

slight engine oil leak

slight noise from o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 7 Apr 2016 30,814 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,726 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 27 Mar 2015 80,705 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2013 30,376 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Nov 2013 30,336 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,860 miles

coolant leak

damage to exhaust

engine oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2012 29,860 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coolant leak

damage to exhaust

engine oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 29,202 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine oil leak

flasher switch stiff to operate

Pass 30 Apr 2010 28,864 miles

o/s road wheel rubbing inner wheel arch on lock

water leak from water pump

Pass 27 Feb 2009 28,629 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 28,496 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,152 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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JMO 426K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JMO 426K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JMO 426K registered?

JMO 426K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 27 June 1972.

Is JMO 426K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMO 426K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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