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RBY 588K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,803 mi
Last recorded38,803 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 588K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 38,803 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 38,666 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 38,659 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 38,528 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 38,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 38,140 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 38,052 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 37,805 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 37,740 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 37,734 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 37,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 37,065 miles

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

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

sump corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2011 36,632 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 96,152 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 35,148 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 34,747 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 34,474 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 33,946 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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RBY 588K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RBY 588K, 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 RBY 588K?

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What year was RBY 588K registered?

RBY 588K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1972.

Is RBY 588K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 588K shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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