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MMH 749L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,047 mi
Last recorded5,047 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMH 749L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 5,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 4,885 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 4,746 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 4,547 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 4,334 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 4,066 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 3,898 miles

Offside Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 3,595 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 3,282 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 2,950 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 2,762 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 2,470 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 2,226 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 1,832 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 1,012 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 423 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 64,473 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 63,607 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 62,629 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 62,511 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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MMH 749L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MMH 749L, 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 MMH 749L?

You can check the full history of MMH 749L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MMH 749L registered?

MMH 749L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is MMH 749L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMH 749L shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMH 749L have outstanding finance?

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