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MNP 242K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,296 mi
Last recorded99,296 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNP 242K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 99,296 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 99,081 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 98,983 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 98,969 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 98,899 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 98,899 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 98,850 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 98,834 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 98,035 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 98,035 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 96,474 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 93,708 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 93,698 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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MNP 242K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MNP 242K, 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 MNP 242K registered?

MNP 242K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is MNP 242K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNP 242K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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