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PHJ 250K

1972 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,271 mi
Last recorded3,271 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 250K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 3,271 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 3,210 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 3,154 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 3,126 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 3,103 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 3,063 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 2,990 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 2,967 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r brake binding slightly

very little reserve travel on handbrake

Pass 11 Dec 2008 2,935 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 2,935 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 2,907 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 2,789 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 2,758 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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PHJ 250K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHJ 250K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PHJ 250K registered?

PHJ 250K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is PHJ 250K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 250K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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