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OTB 456K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,909 mi
Last recorded17,909 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTB 456K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 17,909 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 17,269 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 16,775 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 16,768 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 16,172 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 15,161 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 14,596 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 14,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 14,562 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 14,469 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 14,168 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 14,168 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 14,126 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 13,994 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 13,773 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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OTB 456K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OTB 456K, 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 OTB 456K?

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What year was OTB 456K registered?

OTB 456K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 15 May 1972.

Is OTB 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTB 456K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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