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RTF 305L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,555 mi
Last recorded36,555 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTF 305L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2024 36,555 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 36,217 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 36,199 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 36,197 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 36,192 miles

n/s/rear tyre inner/outer sidewalls cracked and edges of tread.

o/s/rear tyre outer/inner edges tread cracked

Pass 7 Nov 2013 36,188 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 36,184 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 36,177 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 36,102 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 36,011 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 35,904 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 35,821 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 35,756 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 35,430 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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RTF 305L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RTF 305L, 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 RTF 305L?

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What year was RTF 305L registered?

RTF 305L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is RTF 305L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTF 305L shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RTF 305L have outstanding finance?

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