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MDA 555K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,684 mi
Last recorded56,684 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDA 555K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 56,684 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 56,670 miles

slight play in both front king pins

Fail 20 Jun 2016 56,670 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,656 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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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MDA 555K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 MDA 555K, 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 MDA 555K?

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What year was MDA 555K registered?

MDA 555K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 12 April 1972.

Is MDA 555K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDA 555K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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