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NMK 657L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

81,008 mi
Last recorded81,008 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMK 657L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 81,008 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 80,775 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 80,695 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 80,431 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 80,416 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 80,258 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

horn faulty

Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,128 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 80,034 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 79,729 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 79,479 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs pitted

Fail 16 Aug 2011 79,479 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs pitted

Pass 16 Aug 2010 79,184 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 78,749 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 78,163 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 78,163 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 77,831 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 77,830 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 77,586 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 77,580 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

fluid leak at n/s rear hub

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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NMK 657L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NMK 657L, 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 NMK 657L?

You can check the full history of NMK 657L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NMK 657L registered?

NMK 657L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1972.

Is NMK 657L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMK 657L shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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