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NJM 173K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

231 mi
Last recorded231 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJM 173K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 231 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 2,863 miles

Offside Front service brake has slight run-out

Offside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Fail 7 Aug 2017 2,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated hose split exposing cords (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front service brake has slight run-out

Offside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Pass 15 Jul 2016 1,895 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 1,063 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

indicators flashing slowly

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisey when rotated

Fail 7 Aug 2015 1,063 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

indicators flashing slowly

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisey when rotated

Pass 1 Aug 2014 371 miles

indicators flashing slowly

Pass 26 Jul 2013 1,870 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 995 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 863 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 750 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 560 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 72,702 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 71,925 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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NJM 173K is a 1972 MG B in Blue 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 NJM 173K, 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 NJM 173K registered?

NJM 173K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is NJM 173K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJM 173K 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.

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