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MLX 5L

1972 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

29,101 mi
Last recorded29,101 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLX 5L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,101 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 28,397 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 28,017 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 27,739 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,739 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 27,639 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2013 27,350 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 27,350 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 27,294 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 27,294 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 27,223 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 27,223 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 27,142 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 27,142 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 27,079 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 27,066 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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MLX 5L is a 1972 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MLX 5L, 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 MLX 5L?

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What year was MLX 5L registered?

MLX 5L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 19 October 1972.

Is MLX 5L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLX 5L shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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