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KLK 778K

1972 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

54,512 mi
Last recorded54,512 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLK 778K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 54,512 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 54,278 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Sep 2017 54,059 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 May 2016 53,420 miles

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

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

fuel pipe starting to corrode front to rear

Fail 13 May 2016 53,420 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

fuel pipe starting to corrode front to rear

Pass 8 May 2015 52,847 miles

Slight play and lift in both king pins

Fail 1 May 2015 52,838 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Slight play and lift in both king pins

Pass 9 May 2014 52,344 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 8 May 2014 52,335 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 51,572 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Slight drag/bind offside front and nearside rear brakes

Fail 13 Apr 2013 51,572 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Slight drag/bind offside front and nearside rear brakes

Pass 1 Dec 2011 50,433 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 50,433 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,126 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 49,598 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in nearside front suspension.

Pass 21 May 2008 49,282 miles

front propshaft has incorrect securing bolt

rear prop shaft uj showing signs of wear

slight vertical movement in offside & nearside king pins

Fail 16 May 2008 49,275 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

front propshaft has incorrect securing bolt

rear prop shaft uj showing signs of wear

slight vertical movement in offside & nearside king pins

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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KLK 778K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KLK 778K, 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

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What year was KLK 778K registered?

KLK 778K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 March 1972.

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