MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,133 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Coolant leak from water pump. Coolant leak from bottom hose.
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS
Coolant leak from water pump. Coolant leak from bottom hose.
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
slight play in offside front lower joint
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
offside rear axle strap ;nut loose
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MRE 979L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 MRE 979L, 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 MRE 979L?
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What year was MRE 979L registered?
MRE 979L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.
Is MRE 979L safe to buy?
The MOT history for MRE 979L shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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