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MMX 745L

1972 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,663 mi
Last recorded54,663 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 745L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 54,663 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 54,575 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured earth wire between batterys fouling propshaft (4.11 (a) (i))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

oil pressure guage flexible pipe leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2016 54,407 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 54,407 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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MMX 745L is a 1972 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MMX 745L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MMX 745L?

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What year was MMX 745L registered?

MMX 745L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is MMX 745L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 745L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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