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OLD 449L

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,968 mi
Last recorded81,968 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLD 449L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 81,968 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 81,957 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 81,934 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 81,924 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 81,916 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 81,908 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 81,859 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 81,562 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 81,147 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 80,736 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 80,340 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 79,922 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 79,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 79,219 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 78,748 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 78,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 77,662 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 77,030 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 76,419 miles

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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OLD 449L is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OLD 449L, 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 OLD 449L?

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What year was OLD 449L registered?

OLD 449L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is OLD 449L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLD 449L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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