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JPL 850K

1972 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,537 mi
Last recorded44,537 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPL 850K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 44,537 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 43,992 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 40,132 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 39,171 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 37,624 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 36,234 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 35,195 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 33,637 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 32,815 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 31,793 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 29,853 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 27,897 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

handbrake travel high

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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JPL 850K is a 1972 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JPL 850K, 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

How do I check the history of JPL 850K?

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What year was JPL 850K registered?

JPL 850K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 February 1972.

Is JPL 850K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPL 850K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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