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OGY 785K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

15,559 mi
Last recorded15,559 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGY 785K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 15,559 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 15,118 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 14,898 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 May 2023 14,561 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 May 2023 14,545 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2019 13,964 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 13,964 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 13,200 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 13,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside mirror missing

Fail 13 Feb 2016 13,104 miles

Battery insecure both (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside mirror missing

Fail 28 Nov 2014 12,796 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 12,796 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 11,970 miles

Slight play in N/S & O/S/F king pins

Pass 20 Jun 2012 1,179 miles

advise white wall tyre covers rubbing tyre side wall

Pass 21 Aug 2010 11,693 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,323 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 10,881 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 10,715 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 10,550 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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OGY 785K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OGY 785K, 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 OGY 785K?

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What year was OGY 785K registered?

OGY 785K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 June 1972.

Is OGY 785K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGY 785K shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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