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NRR 712K

1972 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,881 mi
Last recorded40,881 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb GT41,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRR 712K
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 40,881 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 40,880 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 39,046 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 37,811 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 36,765 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 35,675 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 35,334 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 34,975 miles

oil leaks

Pass 8 May 2015 34,550 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,259 miles

Moderate surface corrosion in testable areas

Oil leak

Smell of fuel under bonnet but no leaks apparant

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 17 May 2013 34,246 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 17 May 2013 34,246 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 34,199 miles

Slight play in offside rear hub assembly

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 14 May 2012 34,199 miles

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

Slight play in offside rear hub assembly

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle would benefit from greasing

Pass 17 May 2011 34,081 miles

Slight play / wear in steering column top uj

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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NRR 712K is a 1972 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 41,124 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NRR 712K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NRR 712K?

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What year was NRR 712K registered?

NRR 712K is a 1972 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 28 January 1972.

Is NRR 712K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRR 712K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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