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KOR 599L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,834 mi
Last recorded18,834 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOR 599L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 18,834 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 18,827 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 18,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,776 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,767 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 18,767 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2010 18,723 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 18,715 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front wings corroded

n/s and o/s outersills corroded,

Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,518 miles

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

offside front lower wing is corroded and floor is holed outwith 30cm of structre points

Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,139 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 17,618 miles

slight play at o/s rear wire wheel splines

slight play at steering rack

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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KOR 599L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KOR 599L, 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 KOR 599L?

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What year was KOR 599L registered?

KOR 599L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 November 1972.

Is KOR 599L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOR 599L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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