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PUU 788

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,014 mi
Last recorded11,014 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUU 788
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 11,014 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,922 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 10,922 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 10,714 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 10,692 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 10,667 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 10,628 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 10,628 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 10,584 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 10,534 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 10,500 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2009 10,453 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 10,414 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 10,365 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 10,286 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 10,192 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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PUU 788 is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PUU 788, 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 PUU 788?

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What year was PUU 788 registered?

PUU 788 is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 20 July 1972.

Is PUU 788 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUU 788 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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