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JVD 472L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,307 mi
Last recorded84,307 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVD 472L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 84,307 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 84,146 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 83,908 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 83,745 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 83,581 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 83,298 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 83,124 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 83,119 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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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JVD 472L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JVD 472L, 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 JVD 472L?

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What year was JVD 472L registered?

JVD 472L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 27 October 1972.

Is JVD 472L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVD 472L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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