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NLA 508K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,011 mi
Last recorded4,011 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLA 508K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 4,011 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 3,907 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 3,907 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 3,609 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 3,605 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 3,275 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 3,270 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 2,871 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 2,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 1,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 461 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 56,089 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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NLA 508K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NLA 508K, 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 NLA 508K?

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What year was NLA 508K registered?

NLA 508K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is NLA 508K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLA 508K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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