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MPA 801K

1972 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,124 mi
Last recorded38,124 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 801K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2017 38,124 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases several places along the pipe. (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on main beam both side (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both side (5.2.6)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both side (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both side (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 35,933 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 31,939 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 31,757 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

surface rust on front suspension compontes

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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MPA 801K is a 1972 MG B GT in White 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 MPA 801K, 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

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What year was MPA 801K registered?

MPA 801K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 30 June 1972.

Is MPA 801K safe to buy?

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