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NNY 120L

1972 MG Mgb

Beige Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

91,193 mi
Last recorded91,193 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNY 120L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 91,193 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rust forming on both rear sills

Pass 6 Jul 2013 90,929 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 90,208 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 90,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 88,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 87,218 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 87,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2010 87,134 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2009 85,934 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 84,649 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 84,648 miles

Offside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2007 83,160 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 83,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 21 Oct 2005 78,414 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front suspension bump stops have bonding seperating

front number plate condition speckled

heater valve leaking under bonnet on engine

some play in fron t nearside wheel bearing

some play/wear in rack unit

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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NNY 120L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Beige with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NNY 120L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NNY 120L registered?

NNY 120L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 28 December 1972.

Is NNY 120L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNY 120L shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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