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NPC 370L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

89,438 mi
Last recorded89,438 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPC 370L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 89,438 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 89,431 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front position lights illuminate when foot brake depressed (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 88,894 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 87,073 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 86,807 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 86,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 84,950 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear parking brake performance lower than normal

under chasssis repaired by welding covered by seam sealer and underseal

Pass 9 Aug 2018 84,313 miles

Slight leak on rear axle.

Fail 2 Aug 2018 84,313 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Slight leak on rear axle.

Pass 24 Aug 2017 83,642 miles

slight leak on rear axle

Pass 20 Jun 2016 83,047 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 82,626 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 82,079 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 81,472 miles

n/s rear brake back plate damp

Pass 13 Jun 2012 80,967 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 80,081 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 79,018 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 79,017 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

some surface rust on underbody

Pass 15 Jun 2009 77,892 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 76,587 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 74,965 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 73,336 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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NPC 370L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NPC 370L, 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 NPC 370L?

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What year was NPC 370L registered?

NPC 370L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 September 1972.

Is NPC 370L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPC 370L shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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