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KCR 354L

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,615 mi
Last recorded53,615 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCR 354L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 53,615 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,153 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust mounts poor

Propshaft universal joint worn damaged ()

Pass 15 Apr 2016 52,215 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust mounts poor

Pass 22 Apr 2015 51,636 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,705 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 49,678 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 47,910 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 47,055 miles

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

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

slight lift in both front king pins

Pass 27 Jul 2009 46,674 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 46,349 miles

brake fluid contaminated

Fail 13 May 2008 46,349 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

brake fluid contaminated

Pass 9 Jun 2006 46,182 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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KCR 354L is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KCR 354L, 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

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What year was KCR 354L registered?

KCR 354L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is KCR 354L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCR 354L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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