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MBD 450E

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,343 mi
Last recorded17,343 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBD 450E
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 17,343 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 16,998 miles

Driver's seat with a defective structure inappropriate fixing bolts (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides floor to sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sides floor panels to sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Passenger's seat with a defective structure inappropriate fixing bolts (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached axle strap (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides floor to sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides king pins have slight lift (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective cracked on offside ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 15,448 miles

Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush bush,both sides (2.5.A.3a)

Front both sides king pins have slight lift

Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,313 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 14,209 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,150 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,836 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 13,738 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 12,955 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 12,744 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 12,100 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 11,824 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 11,402 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,633 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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MBD 450E is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MBD 450E, 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 MBD 450E?

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What year was MBD 450E registered?

MBD 450E is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is MBD 450E safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBD 450E shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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