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MLN 491L

1972 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,511 mi
Last recorded16,511 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLN 491L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 16,511 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 16,341 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 16,326 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 16,287 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 16,044 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 16,044 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,025 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 15,986 miles

refer to advice sheet no. 874098686082 dated 29/03/2006

Fail 29 Mar 2006 15,984 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

General underbody corrosion

Os steel brake pipes corroding

Play in both front king pins, recommend attention

Rear suspension leaf springs, spring mounts and U bolts corroded

Sign of fluid around nsr brake drum back plate

Signs of corrosion around front suspension and components

Slight play in steering rack, recommend attention

Steel fuel pipes corroding

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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MLN 491L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLN 491L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLN 491L registered?

MLN 491L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 18 September 1972.

Is MLN 491L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLN 491L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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