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MLH 733L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,482 mi
Last recorded65,482 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLH 733L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 65,482 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 2 Jul 2016 61,793 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 58,251 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2014 54,814 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2013 51,820 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 50,775 miles

Underside/body of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jul 2012 50,765 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Underside/body of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2011 49,634 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 49,630 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

underside of vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 26 May 2010 48,022 miles

underside of vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

various oil leaks

Pass 11 Jun 2009 47,097 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM BUSHES WORN

NEARSIDE REAR WHEEL OUT OF SHAPE

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK

Pass 26 Jun 2008 46,970 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 46,658 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 22 Jun 2006 46,197 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 46,192 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre exhaust pipe mounting loose on pipe

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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MLH 733L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MLH 733L, 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

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What year was MLH 733L registered?

MLH 733L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is MLH 733L safe to buy?

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