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RYG 790L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,528 mi
Last recorded31,528 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYG 790L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2019 31,528 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 31,222 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 31,039 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 29,986 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 29,262 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 28,413 miles

off side rack end damp

Pass 25 Jun 2012 26,796 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,008 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,871 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,626 miles

chip in screen

play in off side front wheel bearing borderline

Pass 6 Jun 2008 20,836 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 20,308 miles

play offside front wheel

Pass 11 May 2006 19,822 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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RYG 790L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 RYG 790L, 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 RYG 790L?

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What year was RYG 790L registered?

RYG 790L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is RYG 790L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYG 790L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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