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JRK 975K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,855 mi
Last recorded77,855 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRK 975K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 77,855 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 77,855 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 76,349 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 75,367 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 74,466 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 73,919 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 73,220 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 72,321 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 72,191 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 72,122 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 71,945 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 71,914 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 71,763 miles

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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JRK 975K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JRK 975K, 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

How do I check the history of JRK 975K?

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What year was JRK 975K registered?

JRK 975K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 28 January 1972.

Is JRK 975K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRK 975K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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