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MGN 355L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,625 mi
Last recorded99,625 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGN 355L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 99,625 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 99,625 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 99,609 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2010 99,606 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 99,600 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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MGN 355L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MGN 355L, 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 MGN 355L?

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What year was MGN 355L registered?

MGN 355L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 26 September 1972.

Is MGN 355L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGN 355L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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