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MYB 371L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,420 mi
Last recorded60,420 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYB 371L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 60,420 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 60,023 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 59,956 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 59,106 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 58,077 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 57,352 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 55,982 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 55,705 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 55,597 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 55,400 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 55,321 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 55,257 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 55,257 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 55,119 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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MYB 371L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MYB 371L, 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 MYB 371L?

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What year was MYB 371L registered?

MYB 371L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is MYB 371L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYB 371L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MYB 371L have outstanding finance?

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