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MEA 688L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,713 mi
Last recorded56,713 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEA 688L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 56,713 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 55,999 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 55,236 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 54,922 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 54,922 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 54,726 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 54,726 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,509 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 54,502 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

N/s/r shocker fixing bolts to short

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

Pass 8 May 2014 54,122 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,844 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 53,238 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 53,230 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 52,599 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 52,328 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 52,006 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 51,555 miles

handbrake comes high

Pass 14 Apr 2007 51,196 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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MEA 688L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 MEA 688L, 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 MEA 688L?

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What year was MEA 688L registered?

MEA 688L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1972.

Is MEA 688L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEA 688L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEA 688L have outstanding finance?

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