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NEJ 559K

1972 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,162 mi
Last recorded3,162 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEJ 559K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 3,162 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 2,666 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 886 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 856 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

rear tyres have been making contact with the wheel arches -STRONG ADVISE

Pass 2 Jul 2014 99,847 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 98,953 miles

exhaust vibrating on gearbox crossmember

front suspension seems weak

Pass 30 Jun 2012 97,683 miles

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

batteries weak

Pass 24 Jun 2011 96,437 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 96,016 miles

both front canter lever shock absorbers leaking oil

non-standard brake hoses fitted to the front

telescopic shocks fitted all round

Pass 25 Jun 2009 94,598 miles

nearside handbrake has a low reading

non-standard front brake hoses fitted

Pass 29 May 2008 93,514 miles

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

non standard shock absorbers fitted

non-stabndard brake hoses fitted to the front only

Pass 9 Jun 2007 92,264 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 90,641 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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NEJ 559K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NEJ 559K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NEJ 559K registered?

NEJ 559K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 26 January 1972.

Is NEJ 559K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEJ 559K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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