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OTS 491K

1972 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,738 mi
Last recorded52,738 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTS 491K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 52,738 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 52,667 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 52,643 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 May 2012 52,643 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 52,107 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 52,098 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 51,683 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion onn/s/r inner/outer sills & rear chassis rails o/s/r chassis spring hanger previously patched/repaired

Pass 8 May 2008 50,866 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

steering rack becoming worn

Pass 23 Apr 2007 48,936 miles

slight wear/play apparent in steering rack.

Pass 19 Apr 2006 45,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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OTS 491K is a 1972 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 OTS 491K, 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 OTS 491K registered?

OTS 491K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is OTS 491K safe to buy?

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