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NPP 494L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,205 mi
Last recorded6,205 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPP 494L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 6,205 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 5,881 miles

Front Brakes binding slightly

Pass 15 Jul 2016 5,603 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Jul 2015 4,372 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 3,904 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 3,167 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 2,461 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,448 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 895 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 302 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 47,399 miles

Propshaft component defective

Fail 3 Apr 2008 47,390 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 5 Apr 2007 47,200 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 46,943 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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NPP 494L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 NPP 494L, 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 NPP 494L?

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What year was NPP 494L registered?

NPP 494L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 November 1972.

Is NPP 494L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPP 494L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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