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RCO 202K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,399 mi
Last recorded26,399 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCO 202K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 26,399 miles

Hazard switch fitted but not operational

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower king pin rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower kin pin rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 26,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire exhaust touching fuel tank (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Hazard switch fitted but not operational

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower king pin rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower kin pin rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 26,118 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,002 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,845 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 25,509 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,437 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 25,381 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,263 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 25,187 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,067 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 24,767 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,468 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 24,468 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 24,523 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 24,518 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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RCO 202K is a 1972 MG B in Green 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 RCO 202K, 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 RCO 202K?

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What year was RCO 202K registered?

RCO 202K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 9 March 1972.

Is RCO 202K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCO 202K 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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