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NRK 898L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,705 mi
Last recorded73,705 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRK 898L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 73,705 miles

Offside Rear bump stop plate on top of axle rusty

Fail 9 Sep 2025 73,705 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear bump stop plate on top of axle rusty

Pass 3 Oct 2024 73,670 miles

Nearside Front bump stop starting to un bond from mounting

Fail 3 Oct 2024 73,670 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front bump stop starting to un bond from mounting

Pass 25 Aug 2023 73,656 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 73,542 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 73,505 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 73,438 miles

front exhaust pipe strap insecure

offside front suspension bump stop missing

Pass 3 Sep 2010 73,211 miles

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

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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NRK 898L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NRK 898L, 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 NRK 898L?

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What year was NRK 898L registered?

NRK 898L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 October 1972.

Is NRK 898L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRK 898L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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