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PGC 36K

1972 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,114 mi
Last recorded79,114 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 36K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 79,114 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 77,249 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 75,909 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 75,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 74,281 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,187 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 71,910 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 70,670 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 68,760 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 67,760 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jul 2009 67,760 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2008 66,764 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 66,763 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 66,403 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 66,403 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

damage to front valance.

slight lift and play in both front trunun bushes.

slight play in both front wheel bearings.

slight play in lower steering colume uj.

slight play in steering rack.

Pass 19 Jun 2006 66,388 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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PGC 36K is a 1972 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PGC 36K, 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 PGC 36K registered?

PGC 36K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 July 1972.

Is PGC 36K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 36K shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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