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RBY 745K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

4,864 mi
Last recorded4,864 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 745K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 4,864 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 3,036 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 2,937 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 2,787 miles

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s steering rack has slight play

Pass 7 Feb 2014 2,685 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 2,685 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 2,535 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 2,088 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 1,462 miles

indicators flashing on max beats

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front headlamp aim on lower limit

n/s/f brake pipe not clipped at chassis but still supported

Pass 15 Feb 2010 818 miles

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

all tyres perished

both front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Feb 2010 818 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

all tyres perished

both front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 May 2009 33,170 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 32,205 miles

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 31,988 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 30,634 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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RBY 745K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RBY 745K, 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 RBY 745K registered?

RBY 745K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is RBY 745K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 745K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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