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MGC 236L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,171 mi
Last recorded11,171 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGC 236L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 11,171 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 10,991 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 10,988 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/14 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight lift in nearside front king pin

Pass 22 Jun 2015 10,842 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 10,801 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,969 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,707 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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MGC 236L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGC 236L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGC 236L?

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What year was MGC 236L registered?

MGC 236L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is MGC 236L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGC 236L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGC 236L have outstanding finance?

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