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NYN 184L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,729 mi
Last recorded51,729 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYN 184L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 51,729 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 51,405 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 51,322 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 51,321 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside 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))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 51,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 50,773 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 48,932 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2016 46,721 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 46,644 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 46,591 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 46,406 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,406 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 46,282 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 46,181 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 46,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 45,806 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 45,559 miles

nsr hub oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2007 45,559 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

nsr hub oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,192 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 45,070 miles

ns rear hub leaking oil

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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NYN 184L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NYN 184L, 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 NYN 184L?

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What year was NYN 184L registered?

NYN 184L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 November 1972.

Is NYN 184L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYN 184L shows 20 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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