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NYE 749L

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,366 mi
Last recorded83,366 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYE 749L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 83,366 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 83,062 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 82,735 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 82,370 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 82,002 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 81,826 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 81,447 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 80,488 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 80,111 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Dec 2007 79,841 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 79,580 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 79,580 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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NYE 749L is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NYE 749L, 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 NYE 749L?

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What year was NYE 749L registered?

NYE 749L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is NYE 749L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYE 749L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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