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JRO 68K

1972 MG Mgb Roadster

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,915 mi
Last recorded12,915 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb Roadster41,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRO 68K
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 12,915 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 12,204 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 12,146 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 May 2015 11,226 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,635 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 9,971 miles

all tyres approx 2.5mm

chassis slightly corroded

slightplay in front wheels

Pass 28 Jul 2012 8,952 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 8,943 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 7,918 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 970 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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JRO 68K is a 1972 MG Mgb Roadster in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 41,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRO 68K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRO 68K registered?

JRO 68K is a 1972 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is JRO 68K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRO 68K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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