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ORK 316L

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,915 mi
Last recorded25,915 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORK 316L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 25,915 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 25,887 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 25,844 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 25,839 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 25,761 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 25,224 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,326 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 25,321 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,240 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 24,662 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 24,658 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 24,637 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 24,603 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 24,601 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,596 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 24,596 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both steering track rod end boot split

passengers mirror insecure

Pass 31 Mar 2008 24,591 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 24,552 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 24,552 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 24,522 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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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ORK 316L is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ORK 316L, 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 ORK 316L?

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What year was ORK 316L registered?

ORK 316L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is ORK 316L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORK 316L shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORK 316L have outstanding finance?

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