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PBF 38K

1972 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,722 mi
Last recorded43,722 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBF 38K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 43,722 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 42,408 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 42,408 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 42,271 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill, Just starting to go through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 42,159 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 41,685 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 41,612 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 41,576 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 41,198 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 39,976 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 39,566 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 38,785 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front pads loose in caliper frame

rubber fuel pump mounting broken

Pass 21 Sep 2011 38,208 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 38,201 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 37,855 miles

nearside and offside front pads rattle in caliper frames

Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,871 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 34,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all suspension and steering joints require greasing.

Pass 24 Aug 2005 32,240 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 32,240 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

coolant leaking

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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PBF 38K is a 1972 MG B in Bronze with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PBF 38K, 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 PBF 38K?

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What year was PBF 38K registered?

PBF 38K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is PBF 38K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBF 38K shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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