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MEP 929K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,951 mi
Last recorded35,951 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2012
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEP 929K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2012 35,951 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 35,036 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 34,051 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 34,033 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 34,033 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 33,862 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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MEP 929K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MEP 929K, 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 MEP 929K?

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What year was MEP 929K registered?

MEP 929K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 July 1972.

Is MEP 929K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEP 929K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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