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RCP 88K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,068 mi
Last recorded64,068 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCP 88K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 64,068 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 63,619 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 62,758 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 62,272 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,304 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 58,319 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 58,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 57,395 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 56,023 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

rear exhaust mount broken o/s cotton reel

Pass 14 Jul 2009 54,991 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 54,991 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 53,022 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 51,748 miles

Wiper blade starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Jul 2006 49,728 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2005

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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RCP 88K is a 1972 MG B GT 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 B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCP 88K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RCP 88K registered?

RCP 88K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 19 April 1972.

Is RCP 88K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCP 88K 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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