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JNG 158L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,984 mi
Last recorded6,984 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNG 158L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 6,984 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 6,252 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 5,578 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 5,212 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 3,882 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 2,711 miles

COOLANT LEAK

OIL LEAK

Fail 5 Aug 2015 2,710 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

COOLANT LEAK

OIL LEAK

Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,114 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 2,034 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 1,899 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight oil leak

sump slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2011 1,888 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 1,849 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 1,725 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

o/s seat belt slightly fluffed

washers slightly blocked

Pass 15 Jul 2008 1,572 miles

all front wishbone bushes perished

Pass 3 Jul 2007 1,405 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 1,405 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 1,040 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 1,040 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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JNG 158L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JNG 158L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNG 158L registered?

JNG 158L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 10 November 1972.

Is JNG 158L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNG 158L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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