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SCU 243K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

52,494 mi
Last recorded52,494 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCU 243K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 52,494 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 61,706 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 51,190 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 49,368 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 47,760 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 47,352 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 47,352 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 46,552 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 45,932 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,227 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2013 44,099 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2012 42,149 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 33,694 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 33,693 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 34,335 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,774 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 28,166 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 28,166 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,514 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 23,514 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Fail 4 Apr 2006 19,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 19,819 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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SCU 243K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 SCU 243K, 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 SCU 243K?

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What year was SCU 243K registered?

SCU 243K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is SCU 243K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCU 243K shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCU 243K have outstanding finance?

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