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NLP 115L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,779 mi
Last recorded57,779 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLP 115L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 57,779 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

body/chassis slight corrosion

suspension slight corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2022 51,005 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

body corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2020 46,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

wipers split

Pass 22 Mar 2018 38,528 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 38,525 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 35,145 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

advise all under body heavily undersealed

advise front crossmember has surface corrosion

advise hand brake only just met imbalance limit

advise slight corrosion on nearside rear inner sill & floor to sill

Fail 14 Mar 2017 35,020 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

advise all under body heavily undersealed

advise front crossmember has surface corrosion

advise hand brake only just met imbalance limit

advise slight corrosion on nearside rear inner sill & floor to sill

Pass 23 Mar 2016 30,091 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 26,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 26,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,547 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 22,547 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 17,815 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,805 miles

slight lift nearside front trunnion

Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,916 miles

slight play rear hardy spicer coupling on prop shaft

Pass 18 Mar 2010 6,985 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 1,848 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 98,834 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 95,118 miles

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

slight play in both front trunnions

Pass 23 Mar 2006 92,136 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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NLP 115L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NLP 115L, 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 NLP 115L registered?

NLP 115L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is NLP 115L safe to buy?

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