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SAB 372L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,834 mi
Last recorded87,834 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAB 372L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 87,834 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

nearside and offside rear axle straps split and deteriorated

nearside and offside rear hub oil seals leaking

Fail 10 Jun 2016 87,824 miles

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in boot (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rebound strap broken

rear axle leaking oil over back plate

Pass 11 Jun 2015 87,797 miles

o/s rear rebound strap broken

oil leak n/s rear axle down back plate

Fail 28 May 2015 87,781 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

o/s rear rebound strap broken

oil leak n/s rear axle down back plate

Pass 10 Jun 2014 87,768 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 87,768 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 87,497 miles

very slight corrosion starting on o/s front chassis/inner wing

Pass 22 Apr 2010 37,324 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 87,292 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Fail 24 Jun 2008 87,288 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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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SAB 372L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SAB 372L, 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 53 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 SAB 372L?

You can check the full history of SAB 372L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SAB 372L registered?

SAB 372L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 5 January 1973.

Is SAB 372L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAB 372L shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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