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OPE 984L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,948 mi
Last recorded9,948 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPE 984L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 9,948 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 9,947 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,922 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 9,843 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,828 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 9,048 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 9,040 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,070 miles

small marks in front screen

Pass 26 Apr 2010 7,198 miles

small chip in front screen

Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,467 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 5,490 miles

Nearside front tyre is wearing the outer edge of tread.

Fail 19 Apr 2008 5,478 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre is wearing the outer edge of tread.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 4,319 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front brake are binding slightly

nearside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

Pass 4 Apr 2006 4,297 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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OPE 984L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OPE 984L, 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

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What year was OPE 984L registered?

OPE 984L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 December 1972.

Is OPE 984L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPE 984L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPE 984L have outstanding finance?

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