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NYP 855L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,647 mi
Last recorded73,647 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYP 855L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 73,647 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

clutch slave leaking

rear brake balance on limits

Fail 27 Feb 2018 73,647 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

clutch slave leaking

rear brake balance on limits

Pass 21 Feb 2017 73,115 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 72,692 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 72,266 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 72,266 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

os mirror missing

Pass 20 Feb 2014 71,713 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 71,713 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 70,815 miles

brake pedal return appears slow

front discs rusty

Fail 5 Mar 2013 70,811 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake pedal return appears slow

front discs rusty

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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NYP 855L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NYP 855L, 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 NYP 855L?

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What year was NYP 855L registered?

NYP 855L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 November 1972.

Is NYP 855L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYP 855L shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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