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NLC 438K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,973 mi
Last recorded19,973 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLC 438K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2025 19,973 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 19,144 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 17,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 17,151 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 15,705 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 13,370 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 11,850 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 10,390 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill has slight corrosion

Offside Rear outer sill corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2016 8,642 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,269 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 5,977 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,085 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 2,938 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 1,201 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 1 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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NLC 438K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NLC 438K, 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 NLC 438K?

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What year was NLC 438K registered?

NLC 438K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 21 June 1972.

Is NLC 438K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLC 438K shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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